Patients of Litherland Walk-in Centre are being reminded they need to make an appointment. People wanting to see someone at the Centre should call the telephone triage and appointment system on 0151 475 4667. If they turn up without one, they cannot be seen that day or will have to wait outside as the waiting rooms are no longer in use.. This is to comply with Government advice around social distancing and maintain safety. Litherland Walk-in Centre still has two separate treatment areas: The Field Lane entrance remains closed and only potential Covid-19 patients will be able to enter and ...
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Formby Pool will be temporarily closed for 10 days (from Tuesday, May 4th) due to confirmed positive COVID-19 cases, which have been linked to the facility. All individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19, as well as their contacts, have been informed of self-isolation requirements. David Kiernan, Head Of Operations at Formby Pool Trust, said: "We have taken the decision to temporarily close our site for a period of ten days while we work with Sefton Council and Public Health England over positive COVID-19 cases linked to the centre. "The priority for everyone involved is to ensure centre users, staff ...
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Work to install four refurbished ramps at Southport’s skatepark is nearing completion. Specialist skate ramp builders are working between the site and their workshop to refurbish the structures which needed extensive works to replace the specially shaped boards and plates. The installation of the ramps is expected to be completed within the next three to four weeks. Mark Shaw, Sefton Council’s Green Sefton Service Manager, said: “We’ve had lots of local interest in our improvements at the park. Many parents and skaters have been keen to know when the facility will reopen as they’re eager to make the most of ...
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Coinciding with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Water Safety Week, we’ve installed new safety signage at Crosby beach to remind people of the potential hazards. It’s especially important as we go into the long Bank Holiday weekend to follow the advice of the RNLI and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service at the coast. Look out for the new signs and ensure you know what to do if you or someone you see gets into difficulty in the mud or water at the beach. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s Marine Rescue Unit is working alongside the RNLI to remind people ...
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Sefton Council’s Environmental Health Team is reminding the Borough’s businesses and their customers to follow the guidelines over the May Bank Holiday. Among the latest requirements for people visiting bars and restaurants that are open because they have outdoor facilities, is the need for them to be seated while drinking and eating. The volume of any music or TVs should be kept to background levels so people don’t have to raise their voices to chat. Also, the national regulations now mean everyone visiting a bar or restaurant needs to ‘check in’ by scanning the QR code at the entrance, for ...
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One again in May, drive-through Mobile Testing Units will be available across the Borough. These sites are for people with symptoms – a new persistent cough, a high temperature or a loss of sense of taste or smell – and can be booked by calling 119 or visiting www.nhs.uk/coronavirus . Planned dates and sites may be subject to change if testing is required in other locations: Dates and locations for May 2021 Saturday 1 Ainsdale Sunday 2 Southport Monday 3 Southport Tuesday 4 Litherland Wednesday 5 Litherland Thursday 6 Litherland Friday 7 NO MOBILE TESTING Saturday 8 Ainsdale Sunday 9 ...
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With the May Bank Holiday weekend approaching, Sefton Council and its partners are encouraging people to consider alternative destinations to its famous beaches. Mark Shaw, Sefton Council’s Green Sefton Service Manager, said: “We understand that that with the recent re-opening of gyms and personal care services, people might be feeling beach ready and want to visit our coastline. “However, we are urging people to plan ahead so that they can make the most of their Bank Holiday weekend safely, and this includes considering alternative destinations to avoid the pressure and risks of overcrowded areas for everyone.” Those planning to get ...
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With spring in full bloom there is so much to see across Sefton’s parks and coastline and all just in time for the City Nature Challenge. This global event, now in its fifth year, sees cities from across the world taking park – and for Sefton we’re included as part of the Liverpool City Region’s participation. Whether you’re in a garden or visiting a park or a nature reserve, everyone is encouraged to spend some time safely outdoors recording any wildlife or plants you see as part of the challenge weekend - Friday 30th April to Monday 3rd May. Findings ...
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Sefton’s SMART COVID-19 testing centre at Aintree Racecourse is closing at 6pm on Friday 30th April. However, SMART tests that will provide a result in as little as 30 minutes, will still be available, 8am to 8pm, seven days a week at Bootle Leisure Centre, Bootle Town Hall (Oriel Road) and at Southport’s Splash World. Home use In addition, rapid test kits are now easily available for home use. A rapid coronavirus test involves taking a throat & nasal swab, dropping the sample into the container supplied and then checking for the result after 20 to 30 minutes. Residents can ...
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Sefton Council is reminding residents that Southport One Stop Shop (now located within The Atkinson) reopened on Monday, 12th April 2021. This means that both One Stop Shops in Sefton are now open. Bootle opening hours are 10am – 4pm, Monday to Friday, while at Southport, opening hours are 11am – 4pm, Monday to Friday. Customers are not able to simply drop in at the moment, however pre-arranged 30-minute appointments are available and can be booked by calling the Council’s Contact Centre 0345 140 0845. More info on contacting the Council can be found here. Visitors are asked to be ...
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