Uncategorized · 8 July 2020
Following comments by the Prime Minister Boris Johnson on the spread of Coronavirus in care homes cabinet member for health and social care Cllr Paul Brant, has issued this statement: “On Monday (6 July), the prime minister made some comments which implied that care providers’ practices were responsible for the spread of coronavirus in care
Uncategorized · 7 July 2020
Lord Mayor of Liverpool Cllr Anna Rothery unfurlsthe Pride flag for a month of celebrations of the city’s LGBTQIA+ community.
Uncategorized · 7 July 2020
The wildflower meadow at Everton Park has beenhailed as a national flagship by Kew Gardens.Here Richard Scott of the National Wildflower Centre and local residents take us on a tour.
Uncategorized · 26 June 2020
The team at Liverpool’s World Museum has created a wildflower meadow right in the heart of the city centre.
News · 28 May 2020
The new NHS Test and Trace service has launched across England.
News · 21 April 2020
THE MAYOR of Liverpool is today calling on the famous Scouse spirit of giving to help support community and voluntary groups during Liverpool’s hour of need. Mayor Joe Anderson is launching a special charity appeal to help fund the work of groups across the city which are supporting vulnerable people during the coronavirus outbreak. Praising
News · 15 April 2020
PEOPLE in Liverpool are being urged to be kind to their minds during the Coronavirus outbreak. A new campaign, Kind to your Mind, led by Cheshire & Merseyside Health & Care Partnership, has been launched that aims to support the mental wellbeing of people living and working across the region. The campaign also sees the
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
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
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
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 · 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.
Uncategorized · 25 March 2020
Playgrounds and other recreational facilities in parks and green spaces across Liverpool are now closed following new government guidance to protect the public from coronavirus. Although parks and greenspaces are currently staying open to the public for daily exercise during the lockdown period, the following should now not be used: Play areas Recreational equipment such
Uncategorized · 25 March 2020
Liverpool City Council has suspended its large items collections service Bulky Bob’s. Due to reduced staffing levels the popular service, where large household items are collected from people’s homes for disposal or recycling, will be put on hold so that other services can be prioritised. Anyone who has a Bulky Bob’s collection already booked is
Uncategorized · 3 March 2020
When I was younger, I was diagnosed with a detached retina, which eventually developed a cataract. There was a transport company at the time which provided me get to school and they inspire what I do now. Paula Herbert Paula has managed school transport for children with special education needs for three years. She created
Uncategorized · 3 March 2020
In the hail, rain or snow, I wouldn’t swap it for anything in the world. I help 220 children cross the road before and after school and I love it. Shirley McConville Shirley has been a crossing patrol officer since 1980, helping more than a generation of children get safely to and from school.
Uncategorized · 3 March 2020
Some people can’t believe we do this kind of work, but we love what we do. It helps that we’re very nosy. Jo O’Brien Pam and Jo are responsible for making sure people who die alone in Liverpool receive a proper funeral and that their affairs are in order. They search people’s home for documents
Uncategorized · 3 March 2020
My mother always told me to never say something to someone that you wouldn’t want to be said to you. And be kind. I always find that Scouse warm welcome really helps refugees feel at home. Jannine Antigha Ellen and Jannine work in the Safer Stronger Communities team, supporting refugees and asylum seekers to make
Uncategorized · 3 March 2020
I’m a strong supporter of cultural advocacy in libraries and I believe in the long-term benefits of making cultural connections at local and national levels. I work across all venues, from schools to universities, to make sure this happens. Denise Jones Denise has designed many services to bring people together and involve them in Liverpool
Uncategorized · 3 March 2020
My hobby course paid off. I was in a rut and wanted to do something fresh and new, and this really ticks the boxes – now I’m a full-time horticulturalist. Dina Younis Originally graduating as a technician from Liverpool John Moores University, Dina has a background in design and video. But a gardening course at
