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Crosby Library and Civic Centre to go purple in celebration of Census 2021

16 March 2021
John McCabe
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Categories: Front Page, Latest News, Uncategorized

Crosby Library and Civic Centre in Waterloo will join more than a hundred buildings and landmarks across England and Wales by lighting up purple to celebrate the upcoming census and its importance to communities.Image of man on beach to denote that Census 2021 is coming

The event is being organised by The Office for National Statistics (ONS) to raise awareness of Census Day on March 21, a survey that happens every ten years and gives a picture of all the people and households in England and Wales.

The iconic library, which has been lit up for a wide range of occasions, will join landmarks in England and Wales include the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff, BT Tower in London and Blackpool Tower – lighting up in the Census 2021 brand colour from Friday March 19 through to March 21.

The census helps inform the provision of public services throughout the UK, such as determining the appropriate number of school places and hospital beds that are needed to properly serve their communities.

Pete Benton, ONS Director of Census Operations, commented:

“The census is such an important undertaking that helps inform the vital services we all rely on every single day within our communities.

 â€œWe wanted to shine a (purple!) light on the buildings and landmarks that matter most to their local areas, highlighting the importance of the census in helping shape the communities we live in.

 â€œWe’re thrilled with all the support we have received so far and would like to thank Sefton’s Library Service for their participation. Now is the time for everyone to complete their census and be part of history”

Leader of Sefton Council, Cllr Ian Maher, said:

“The census is incredibly useful to us in Sefton, helping us to build a picture of the communities we serve in a borough for everyone, so please take part on Census Day.

“Sefton has supported the national push to reach as many parts of our communities as possible and it’s great to see such an iconic local landmark lit up as part of that support.

“While it’s been fun for the authority to support the Census in this way, there’s also a serious point to make. Please make sure you complete and return your census form as you can be fined £1000 if you don’t take part or share false information.”

Now that residents have their code to complete they can complete their form online at the Census website 

 

 

Important update when getting your SMART Covid test at Aintree Racecourse

15 March 2021
John McCabe
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Categories: Front Page, Latest News, Uncategorized

Due to maintenance work taking place at Aintree Racecourse as part of preparations for the Grand National, Sefton residents accessing SMART Covid tests at this site will need to take a different route once inside the Aintree racecourse complex.

From Tuesday 16th to Tuesday 23rd March, instead of entering the test site via Grand Nation Way, visitors should look out for traffic marshals who will direct them along the alternative route.

The diversion will involve minimal disruption for visitors accessing their SMART Covid test.

SMART tests are available at Aintree Racecourse from 8am – 8pm – no appointment necessary.

Owing to the current national lockdown, only key workers and those with caring commitments no COVID-19 symptoms should now be going for SMART tests.

Full details about testing in Sefton are available on the Council’s website. 

 

 

Sefton Council supporting families with school holiday meal vouchers during Easter Half Term

15 March 2021
Charlene Smith
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Categories: Front Page, Health, Latest News, Young People, Your Sefton

Sefton Council is pleased to announce that it will be offering supermarket vouchers during the two weeks of the Easter Holidays to support children and families who receive free school meals.

The Council will be using part of its Winter Funding to provide schools with these much-needed vouchers. Schools will then allocate these vouchers to families who are eligible.

As with the Christmas Holiday vouchers, these will be valid to buy food in store and online at local supermarkets.

The Council will also be providing a food programme and activities during the summer and Christmas holiday this year. This will be optional for children who receive free school meals. Further updates on these provisions will be available soon.

Speaking about the Council’s support during the Easter Holidays, Cllr Trish Hardy, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Housing said:

“We understand that many families across the Borough are experiencing difficulties, especially with the added challenges people are facing due to the COVID 19 pandemic.

“I am therefore, delighted that we can hopefully lessen the burden for our communities by giving this support over the Easter Holidays.”

Families across Sefton who do not currently receive free school meals but think they might be eligible can visit www.sefton.gov.uk/freeschoolmeals to find out whether they qualify and how to apply.

Fortnight left to have your say on transport improvements through Sefton’s Maritime Corridor

15 March 2021
Martin Driver
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Categories: Front Page, Latest News, Local Consultation

There’s just two more weeks left for people across Sefton to share their views on Sefton Council’s scheme to improve transport links for all who use the Maritime Corridor.

Stretching from Switch Island to the Netherton Way (A5038), the Maritime Corridor links Atlantic Park to the wider region. It includes junctions on Ormskirk Road (A59), Dunnings Bridge Road (A5036) and Netherton Way (A5038), as well as the local road network. The Corridor is also key to connecting the Port of Liverpool with the wider region and is a recognised area for potential economic growth by both the Council and the Liverpool City Region.

The Maritime Corridor scheme proposes improvement works at five key junctions, as well as enhancements to walking and cycling routes. The public consultation will run until Sunday 28th March 2021 and feedback from the survey will be incorporated into development plans while funding is sought for the improvements.

As part of the Council’s 2030 vision, all improvement plans for the Borough’s streets and transport networks take into account the need to tackle the wider Climate Change Emergency while improving the health and wellbeing of its residents.

Schemes aim to keep people active and encourage them to think about alternative and green modes of transport that will improve air quality, while at the same time reducing congestion and enhancing access for residents, visitors and businesses alike.

Cllr John Fairclough, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Locality Services, said: “We are improving our streets and transport networks throughout the whole of the Borough to support our Sefton 2030 Vision. The intention is to make it easier to move around and to improve links across the region and beyond, while also including active travel measures that support the health and wellbeing of our communities. It’s also vital that we maintain our commitment to taking positive action towards a low carbon transport network and supporting Sefton’s Climate Emergency objectives.

“The scheme around the Maritime Corridor area is just one part of this wider approach which will aim to improve connectivity and reduce congestion, improving air quality and health, while not forgetting the opportunity to unlock the area’s economic potential.

“The planned improvements to junctions and active travel routes for pedestrians and people who cycle are at a very early stage of development, and we would encourage all residents and businesses to use this consultation period to get involved and help to shape the scheme as it moves forward.”

The consultation, along with maps of the proposed junction improvements and cycle provisions, can be accessed on the Your Sefton Your Say website and will be open until Sunday 28th March 2021.

Feedback will be reviewed and considered in the development of the scheme’s next stages.  A report summarising the consultation responses and next stages will be produced and made available on the Council website.

From Macbeth to Romeo & Juliet: Celebrate Shakespeare Week with Sefton Libraries

15 March 2021
Martin Driver
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Categories: Front Page, Latest News

Shakespeare Week is a national annual celebration that runs from Monday 15th to Sunday 21st March. Created and coordinated by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, they work with primary schools and cultural organisations across the UK to offer children and their families rich and enjoyable Shakespeare experiences.

In Sefton, its libraries share the Shakespeare Week ethos that Shakespeare is for everyone.

Whilst libraries are sadly still closed, staff have put together a series of videos to mark the week. The videos highlight the work they do and the opportunities libraries offer for people across the Borough, but using the famous words of Shakespeare.

The videos will be shared throughout the week on the Sefton Libraries Facebook page.  

During the pandemic, Sefton Libraries have switched the majority of their activities online. Through their Digital Library Services, people across the Borough have been able to access e-books and e-audiobooks using services such as the BorrowBox and RBdigital apps.

Staff have also been able to provide additional support to communities such as help with downloading apps, setting up email or staying in touch using Zoom or Skype through their IT helpdesk sessions every Monday.

Additionally, the libraries team has become involved in the ‘Reading Friends’ initiative, aiming to tackle loneliness by bringing people together remotely to read, chat and share stories.

Details of Sefton’s Library Services and how they are working during COVID-19 can be found at www.sefton.gov.uk/libraries.

 

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