News · 9 April 2020
ayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson has announced the city will come together to support, celebrate and remember the efforts of health staff and other key workers when safe to do so, after the COVID-19 crisis is over. In a keynote address – broadcast on the council’s digital channels earlier today – the Mayor committed to
Health · 9 April 2020
Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson has announced the city will come together to support, celebrate and remember the efforts of health staff and other key workers when safe to do so, after the COVID-19 crisis is over. In a keynote address – broadcast on the council’s digital channels earlier today – the Mayor committed to
News · 9 April 2020
If your children are attending one of the childcare hubs in the city please check which hubs are open both across the whole Easter holiday period and on the two bank holidays, Good Friday and Easter Monday. All special schools are closed during the Easter holiday period except Sandfield Park which is offering limited provision
Community · 9 April 2020
I felt it was important to write to you frankly and honestly at this very difficult time. Just a matter of a few weeks ago it would have been impossible to have imagined how much our lives would change in such a short space of time. We are in the middle of a battle with
Uncategorized · 8 April 2020
Liverpool’s libraries may be temporarily closed but that hasn’t stopped the city from getting its collective head in a book – an e-book that is. The Read Liverpool website – www.readliverpool.co.uk – where residents, students and anyone who works in the city can sign up to borrow e-books and e-audio books has seen visits shoot
News · 7 April 2020
Health officials and religious leaders in Liverpool are reaching out to bereaved families across the city region to ensure that deaths are registered quickly and funerals can take place as soon as possible.
Uncategorized · 7 April 2020
Liverpool City Council has issued new guidance on how to dispose of some types of waste items during the coronavirus outbreak. Following government guidance, any household where there is someone with coronavirus symptoms is now asked to dispose of their waste differently to help limit the spread of the virus. Personal waste, such as used
Health · 7 April 2020
Owners of Airbnb and other rental properties in Liverpool are being urged not to host bookings from visitors and tourists during the coronavirus pandemic. The council’s Environmental Health Team has received a number of complaints about homes and apartments still being rented out – despite advice from health officials for people not to travel unless
News · 6 April 2020
Refuse and street cleansing workers with Liverpool City Council are urging residents to be considerate with their waste following an upsurge in fly-tipping and in the city over the weekend. The city council’s cleansing partner Liverpool Streetscene Services Ltd (LSSL) sent out extra crews over the weekend to help deal with illegally-tipped waste, which included white
News · 6 April 2020
THREE of Liverpool’s most prominent buildings will lower their flags to half-mast this afternoon in honour of city nurse Liz Glanister. Liz, who worked as a nurse at Aintree University Hospital died on Friday after contracting the Covid-19 virus. Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson has declared that the flags at Liverpool Town Hall, St George’s Hall
Care · 6 April 2020
If you are caring for a vulnerable family member or friend during the coronavirus outbreak there is plenty of help and advice available that will support you in your caring role. The government has issued general advice for carers particularly about what to do if the person you’re caring for has symptoms. Liverpool Carers Centre
News · 5 April 2020
Liverpool City Council would like to reassure people regarding rumours concerning the coronavirus and 5G. There is no credible evidence of a link between 5G and coronavirus. NHS Director Stephen Powis has condemned the misinformation, calling it “complete and utter rubbish. It is nonsense – the worst kind of fake news”. Mr Powis went on
Health · 3 April 2020
An online service for residents wishing to access STI testing and contraception during the coronavirus pandemic has been launched by Public Health Liverpool. It means that people can still receive services, while at the same time minimising contact for patients and staff by preventing the need to go to a clinic. Click on the links
Housing · 3 April 2020
Liverpool City Council is to apply for a Judicial Review of the government’s decision not to renew its life-saving Landlord Licensing scheme.
News · 2 April 2020
Coronavirus is having an impact on every part of life, and the physical activity and sports industry – locally and nationally – is no exception. Sport England has announced a support package of up to £195 million to help the community sport and physical activity sector through the ongoing crisis, in addition to existing government
News · 1 April 2020
Some of Liverpool’s childcare hubs which are looking after the children of key workers are to extend their opening hours from Monday 6 April. The Children’s Hub model is kept under constant review so it is responsive to the level of demand and meets the need of the city’s critical key workers. Starting next week,
News · 1 April 2020
Residents across Liverpool are still coming to terms with a new way of life brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic. But in these days of social distancing and isolation, the message to victims of domestic abuse across the city remains the same - you are not alone.
News · 1 April 2020
An incredible outpouring of community spirit has resulted in more than 3,000 people volunteering to become part of Liverpool’s ‘community army’ to help tackle the coronavirus challenge. Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson set up the hotline just 13 days ago (20 March) and it was immediately inundated with pledges of help. The overwhelming response means
News · 1 April 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is going to affect everyone’s daily lives – regardless of age. Liverpool CAMHS (child and adolescent mental health service) is working with its partners across the city to ensure children, young people and families get the support they need during this time. The message is simple – despite the challenges coronavirus
News · 1 April 2020
Liverpool’s new Director of Public Health officially begins the job today of keeping its 500,000 citizens healthy and happy - but he won’t be setting foot outside his house.
