Dan Haygarth
@danhaygarth1.bsky.social
Senior Reporter at The Independent | daniel.haygarth@independent.co.uk | Views my own
After a few weeks off since leaving the ECHO, it's great to have started at The Independent.
You can get me on daniel.haygarth@independent.co.uk
You can get me on daniel.haygarth@independent.co.uk
Rachel Reeves ‘will announce milkshake tax’ in Budget
Exemption for milkshakes in sugar tax could come to an end when Chancellor announces Budget
www.independent.co.uk
November 18, 2025 at 10:20 AM
After a few weeks off since leaving the ECHO, it's great to have started at The Independent.
You can get me on daniel.haygarth@independent.co.uk
You can get me on daniel.haygarth@independent.co.uk
Nice to sign off with my big head at the top of the ECHO site.
Some farewell thoughts on this amazing city - www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Some farewell thoughts on this amazing city - www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
October 26, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Nice to sign off with my big head at the top of the ECHO site.
Some farewell thoughts on this amazing city - www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Some farewell thoughts on this amazing city - www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
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My brilliant @liverpoolecho.co.uk colleague & very dear friend @danhaygarth1.bsky.social is heading for an exciting new adventure in London
In his final piece for his hometown paper, he writes about the things he will miss the most from this wonderful city
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
In his final piece for his hometown paper, he writes about the things he will miss the most from this wonderful city
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
The 10 things I’ll miss about Liverpool and a few I won’t
As ECHO regeneration reporter Dan Haygarth prepares to bid his home city farewell, he writes for one final time about the place he loves
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
October 26, 2025 at 6:20 PM
My brilliant @liverpoolecho.co.uk colleague & very dear friend @danhaygarth1.bsky.social is heading for an exciting new adventure in London
In his final piece for his hometown paper, he writes about the things he will miss the most from this wonderful city
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
In his final piece for his hometown paper, he writes about the things he will miss the most from this wonderful city
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Some news from me.
Yesterday was my last day at @liverpoolecho.co.uk. It's been a dream come true to write for this paper and I've been very lucky to work with an amazing group of people.
Sad to say goodbye but excited to start as a Senior Reporter at @the-independent.com next month.
Yesterday was my last day at @liverpoolecho.co.uk. It's been a dream come true to write for this paper and I've been very lucky to work with an amazing group of people.
Sad to say goodbye but excited to start as a Senior Reporter at @the-independent.com next month.
October 26, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Some news from me.
Yesterday was my last day at @liverpoolecho.co.uk. It's been a dream come true to write for this paper and I've been very lucky to work with an amazing group of people.
Sad to say goodbye but excited to start as a Senior Reporter at @the-independent.com next month.
Yesterday was my last day at @liverpoolecho.co.uk. It's been a dream come true to write for this paper and I've been very lucky to work with an amazing group of people.
Sad to say goodbye but excited to start as a Senior Reporter at @the-independent.com next month.
I went to Skem, which could be getting a £150m regeneration project. But people in the town will believe it when they see it - having heard it all before
They sold us the dream, but now we've got nothing
A 'masterplan' says it will revive the fortunes of the town, but those living there said they have heard it all before
liverpoolecho.co.uk
October 18, 2025 at 8:56 AM
I went to Skem, which could be getting a £150m regeneration project. But people in the town will believe it when they see it - having heard it all before
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Really good read from @danhaygarth1.bsky.social on Skelmersdale - another place that feels cut off and forgotten about
They sold us the dream, but now we've got nothing
A 'masterplan' says it will revive the fortunes of the town, but those living there said they have heard it all before
liverpoolecho.co.uk
October 18, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Really good read from @danhaygarth1.bsky.social on Skelmersdale - another place that feels cut off and forgotten about
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The Andrew formerly known as Prince
Prince Andrew gives up royal titles including Duke of York after 'discussion with King'
In a statement, the prince says:
www.bbc.com
October 17, 2025 at 6:21 PM
The Andrew formerly known as Prince
The government said it is backing hospitality, Liverpool's pub owners see it differently
We asked for help but nobody wants what we got
Pub owners in Liverpool are not impressed by the government's proposed changes for their industry
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
October 16, 2025 at 8:07 AM
The government said it is backing hospitality, Liverpool's pub owners see it differently
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A very busy few days covering the Labour Party Conference here in Liverpool. We have wanted to make the creation of a Hillsborough Law front and centre of our coverage as it means so much to this city.
Thanks to colleagues @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social for the team effort
Thanks to colleagues @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social for the team effort
October 1, 2025 at 3:19 PM
A very busy few days covering the Labour Party Conference here in Liverpool. We have wanted to make the creation of a Hillsborough Law front and centre of our coverage as it means so much to this city.
Thanks to colleagues @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social for the team effort
Thanks to colleagues @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social for the team effort
Here's what we can expect from the PM today
Keir Starmer to make major NHS announcement in Liverpool speech
The Prime Minister will declare “a new world is coming” in his speech at his party's conference
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 30, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Here's what we can expect from the PM today
Campaigner Charlotte Hennessy and Keir Starmer spoke about the Hillsborough Law on the opening day at Labour Party Conference
Keir Starmer looked me in the eye and made a promise
Campaigner Charlotte Hennessy and Keir Starmer spoke about the Hillsborough Law on the opening day at Labour Party Conference
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Campaigner Charlotte Hennessy and Keir Starmer spoke about the Hillsborough Law on the opening day at Labour Party Conference
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The Labour Party conference is back in Liverpool & Keir Starmer has a lot to do to convince people that he is the right man to take Labour forward after some bruising months
Follow the action from a crucial conference with updates from myself, @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social
Follow the action from a crucial conference with updates from myself, @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social
Labour Party Conference 2025 live updates from Liverpool
The conference begins at ACC Liverpool on Sunday
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 28, 2025 at 9:15 AM
The Labour Party conference is back in Liverpool & Keir Starmer has a lot to do to convince people that he is the right man to take Labour forward after some bruising months
Follow the action from a crucial conference with updates from myself, @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social
Follow the action from a crucial conference with updates from myself, @danhaygarth1.bsky.social and @lottgibbons.bsky.social
As the Labour Party gathers in Liverpool, I've looked at the housing crisis facing our city and asked people how the government could fix it
'We were sold a dream but now you're expected to go without'
With rental prices increasing in Merseyside, the ECHO looks at its impact and how it could be changed
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 28, 2025 at 8:59 AM
As the Labour Party gathers in Liverpool, I've looked at the housing crisis facing our city and asked people how the government could fix it
Yet another delay to the project that's meant to fix our delayed trains. Far from great
High speed rail between Liverpool and Manchester 'delayed again'
The government has said it remains committed to the project but an announcement has delayed it further, according to reports
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 25, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Yet another delay to the project that's meant to fix our delayed trains. Far from great
Interesting to speak to Jonathan Falkingham from Urban Splash on how they helped regenerate Liverpool in the '90s and 2000s - and their grand plans for Festival Gardens
We changed how Liverpool looked and now we'll do it again
A company which was central to Liverpool's revival in the late 20th century is now taking on a huge project in the city
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 22, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Interesting to speak to Jonathan Falkingham from Urban Splash on how they helped regenerate Liverpool in the '90s and 2000s - and their grand plans for Festival Gardens
The company has confirmed it will close its Liverpool office
'Jobs at risk' as major employer to close Liver Building office
The company has confirmed it will close its Liverpool office
liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 19, 2025 at 11:46 AM
The company has confirmed it will close its Liverpool office
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Sir Keir Starmer has written exclusively for the Liverpool Echo as his government prepares to bring a Hillsborough Law to Parliament
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
Keir Starmer: 'A Hillsborough Law for Liverpool & for everyone'
Writing exclusively in the Liverpool ECHO, the Prime Minister explains why bringing a new Hillsborough Law to Parliament is a landmark moment for the families of the 97 - and all others who have faced...
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 15, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Sir Keir Starmer has written exclusively for the Liverpool Echo as his government prepares to bring a Hillsborough Law to Parliament
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpo...
At long last the Hillsborough Law can become a reality, changing how this country functions and how the state can act.
It’s a monumental achievement from the families, who never gave up.
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It’s a monumental achievement from the families, who never gave up.
✍️ @liamthorp.bsky.social
The families never gave up. What they've achieved is enormous
Political editor Liam Thorp on the seismic changes a Hillsborough Law will bring after years of tireless campaigning by the families of the 97
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 15, 2025 at 10:12 PM
At long last the Hillsborough Law can become a reality, changing how this country functions and how the state can act.
It’s a monumental achievement from the families, who never gave up.
✍️ @liamthorp.bsky.social
It’s a monumental achievement from the families, who never gave up.
✍️ @liamthorp.bsky.social
A British sporting legend. RIP
Key moments in Liverpool on Ricky Hatton's road to greatness
A number of Ricky's professional fights took place in Liverpool
liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 15, 2025 at 12:46 PM
A British sporting legend. RIP
Cricket as a force for good in Merseyside?
Freddie Flintoff thinks it can be.
I spoke to Firwood Bootle CC about Freddie's time there and what they hope to achieve in their community
Freddie Flintoff thinks it can be.
I spoke to Firwood Bootle CC about Freddie's time there and what they hope to achieve in their community
'We do anything so they don't take routes down other paths'
England cricket great Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff's new TV series sees this Merseyside club front and centre
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 15, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Cricket as a force for good in Merseyside?
Freddie Flintoff thinks it can be.
I spoke to Firwood Bootle CC about Freddie's time there and what they hope to achieve in their community
Freddie Flintoff thinks it can be.
I spoke to Firwood Bootle CC about Freddie's time there and what they hope to achieve in their community
Very lucky to have seen Oasis twice now, including travelling to Chicago to see Liam and Noel on fine form. It was a very different atmosphere to Wembley, though
I saw Oasis in UK and USA, Noel's question showed huge difference
Dan Haygarth reports from seeing Oasis in Chicago - and how it was very different from their shows back home
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 7, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Very lucky to have seen Oasis twice now, including travelling to Chicago to see Liam and Noel on fine form. It was a very different atmosphere to Wembley, though
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Myself and @danhaygarth1.bsky.social are bringing you all the big news on a big day for British politics
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LIVE: Starmer reshuffling cabinet after Rayner resignation
The Deputy Prime Minister has quit and a reshuffle is expected today
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
September 5, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Myself and @danhaygarth1.bsky.social are bringing you all the big news on a big day for British politics
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www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-worl...
A perfect start to Everton's new era. Here's what fans had to say today
Everton make 'unreal' start as Blues take over town after win
The ECHO spoke to Evertonians on a historic day for the Toffees
liverpoolecho.co.uk
August 24, 2025 at 5:55 PM
A perfect start to Everton's new era. Here's what fans had to say today
A new era for the Blues begins today. I’ve had a look at what #EFC’s new ground means for the city
'Neglected' city area 'suffered' but now has 'enormous potential'
Everton FC play their first competitive match at Hill Dickinson Stadium today, a site which is hoped to drive a renaissance in the city's northern docks
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
August 24, 2025 at 8:52 AM
A new era for the Blues begins today. I’ve had a look at what #EFC’s new ground means for the city
Woolton Hall has been destroyed throughout and every floor of the manor house has collapsed after a fire tore through it, the ECHO understands
Update on state of Woolton Hall building after devastating fire
Firefighters worked through the night on Tuesday into Wednesday to tackle the blaze at the 18th century manor house
www.liverpoolecho.co.uk
August 21, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Woolton Hall has been destroyed throughout and every floor of the manor house has collapsed after a fire tore through it, the ECHO understands