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Sefton gears up for fun during May half-term

23 May 2018
John McCabe
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Categories: Front Page, Latest News

Sefton Council is set deliver another busy schedule of affordable fun for children, young people and families during the May half-term (May 28 – June 1).

Active Sefton will host an action packed week of sporting activities for little charges and older children alike to let off steam and make new friends. The Be Active programme will be spread across the borough and activities will include Wave Rave pool parties in Splash World, water sports at Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, Everton Soccer School at Netherton Activity Centre and much more besides. Find out more at Be Active

Splash World, Southport’s splashtastic indoor all weather water park, will be open for thrills and spills in the water throughout the May half-term, 10am-5pm. Find out about the fantastic range of flames and water rides, as well as ticket prices at the Splash World website

Staying with water based fun, Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre will be taking it outdoors with adventurous activity camps, keeping children and young people active from 8.30am- 5.30pm every day, with a wide range of activities, including sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, climbing, archery, raft building and much more besides. Camps are priced at ÂŁ27.50 for the day. Find out more at the Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre website

The light nights will make Sefton’s parks and green spaces the ideal place for young people to let loose and have fun. As well as activities throughout the day, they can enjoy evening sports with Active Sefton’s Park Nights programme. These drop-in, free sessions include:

  • Dodgeball and games at Bowersdale Park in Seaforth (5-7pm) and street golf and football, Kirkstone Park, Litherland, May 29
  • Ultimate frisbee and games, Derby Park in Bootle (5-7pm) and climbing wall at Netherton Activity Centre (6-8pm), May 30
  • Street golf and football, Crosby Coastal Park (5-7pm) and ultimate frisbee and dodge at Kirkstone Park (5-7pm), May 31
  • Street golf and football at North Park in Bootle (5-7pm), June 1

Rowan Park School in Litherland is the setting for a Family Fun Day for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Organised by Sefton Council’s Aiming High for Disabled Children Service, it takes place June 1, 10am-2pm and for a very small cost, children can enjoy donkey rides, face painting, tattoo making and more. To find out more, contact Aiming High on 0151 288 6811 or by email  To learn about support across Sefton for children and young people SEND age 0-19, visit Sefton’s Local Offer website

The Atkinson in Southport will open up its cultural pick ‘n’ mix for families with entertaining and interactive shows and exhibitions for children. Getting a head start before half-term, the programme kicks off with Keepy Uppy on May 26 (1pm & 3pm), a play for children age 3+ inspired by World Cup 2018. The rest of May half-term will include:

  • Two performances of the timeless classic ‘Wind in the Willows’ for children age 6+ on May 29 (3pm & 6pm)
  • The CBeebies award winning show ‘Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday on June 1 and
  • Construction Club on June 2
  • The popular Viking and Ancient Egypt exhibitions will also be open.

Find out more at The Atkinson website

Sefton’s libraries will continue to be a haven of learning and fun during the holiday.

Bootle Library will be helping Sefton to be ready for the future, as the next generation of techies take part in the Code Playground, May 26, 10.30am – 12.3opm. On May 30, children will gather round for Storytime at 10.15am then jump into a riot of colour at a drop-in colouring session, June 1, 2-4pm.

Crosby Library hosts more popular Lego Club sessions, May 26 and June 2, 10.30am- 12.30pm; Baby Bounce sessions, May 29, 10.30am; craft sessions, May 30, 2pm and the buzz of the Bees Workshop, May 31, 2.30pm. Half-term will also see a special event take place at Crosby Library, as a young person’s photography publication is launched on June 1, 2-4pm.

Formby Library will host drop-in children’s craft sessions, May 29, 2-4pm, followed by a honey bee forage mapping workshop on June 2, 11am-1pm, although booking is required for this very popular event.

The May holiday will also see the launch of an exciting photography book titled ‘Our North’. A collaboration between local young people from Sefton and Runcorn and professional photographers, it explores the fashions, heritage and culture of the North. You can pick up a free copy at: Formby Library, May 29, 1-3pm; Southport Library, May 30, 1-3pm; Bootle Library, May 31, 1-3pm and Crosby Library, June 1, 2-4pm.

There really is something for everyone in #MySefton during half-term.

Sefton launches no-drinking zones to combat anti-social behaviour

22 May 2018
Ollie Cowan
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Categories: Essential Sefton, Front Page, Health, Latest News, Police

Sefton Council has established a number of alcohol-restricted spaces in a bid to tackle anti-social behaviour and help to build safer and healthier communities.

The No Drinking Zones are designed to encourage more responsible drinking and ensure that the law-abiding majority can enjoy public spaces – safe from crime and anti-social behaviour.

This initiative demonstrates the Council’s commitment to residents and visitors so that everyone can have the peace and quiet they deserve to enjoy the places in which they live and work.

The areas will also help to improve the quality of life in local communities through the prevention of problems or nuisances.

The restricted sites are located in Southport, Formby, Crosby, Waterloo and Bootle and do not include any licensed premises.

The following roads are within the No Drinking Zones:

Southport Town Centre

The area bounded by Kings Gardens, Promenade, Seabank Road, Gordon Street, Lord Street, Union Street, Castle Street, Hill Street, Wright Street, London Street, Chapel Street, Tulketh Street, Bridge Street, Eastbank Street, Princess Street, Market Street, King Street, Duke Street, Morrison’s Car Park

Bootle Town Centre 

The area bounded by Merton Road, Washington Parade, Marsh Lane and Litherland Road

Formby

Duke Street Park, Kings Road, Phillips Lane down to the footpath (including Meadow Croft and Phillips Close), Formby Railway Station and car park, Formby Bridge, Formby Street and Andrews Lane

Crosby/Waterloo

The pedestrianised area of Liverpool Road up to The Green, the pedestrianised area of Moor Lane to the end of Telegraph House, the area of pavement on Coronation Road in front of Crown Building, Moorside Park, Victoria Park, Coronation Park, Alexandra Park, Marine Gardens, Crescent Gardens, Adelaide Gardens, Beach Lawn Gardens, St John’s Road and South Road.

The effect of this Order is that all persons are prohibited from consuming alcohol and must dispose of any vessel believed to contain alcohol, when asked to do so by a Constable or Authorised person, when it is believed that they are committing or likely to commit Anti-Social Behaviour in a public place. An Authorised Person / Constable can require any person:

• To not consume alcohol or anything the Authorised Person / Constable reasonably believes to be alcohol, in sealed or unsealed vessels.
• To surrender anything in the person’s possession which is, or the Authorised person/Constable reasonably believes to be alcohol or likely to be used as a container for alcohol.

If a person fails without reasonable excuse to comply with a requirement of a Constable or Authorised Person) A Constable or Authorised Officer may issue a fixed penalty notice. The amount payable under the fixed penalty notice is ÂŁ50 if paid within 10 days, rising to ÂŁ75 thereafter

Sefton Council will work closely with Merseyside Police and other partners to monitor the No Drinking Zones.

Key travel & safety advice for Tall Ships Regatta

22 May 2018
Ollie Cowan
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Categories: Business and Economy, Essential Sefton, Front Page, Latest News, Merseytravel

Visitors planning to watch the Tall Ships regatta from the Sefton coastline over the May bank holiday are being advised to stay safe at all times.

Anyone heading to Crosby beach on Monday, May 28 to watch the regatta is asked to stay within 50 metres from the promenade and watch for any tidal movement. Visitors to the coast are recommended not to go past Crosby Coastguard Station in a northerly direction.

On May 28, the seafront car parks will remain open but parking on nearby streets will be restricted (except for emergency vehicles).

The Waterloo Festival, being held at the bottom of South Road/Crosby Lakeside, and pop up village at Burbo Bank are also taking place during the bank holiday weekend (May 27/28) with extra people expected at Crosby seafront.

Anyone planning to travel to this area is asked to walk, cycle or use public transport as revised train and bus timetables will be in operation on the Bank Holiday (visit www.merseyrail.org or check with local bus operators).

Beach Safety is very important – please avoid muddy areas and listen to any warning messages for the RNLI lifeguards who will be present on the beach.

Visitors should be prepared for all weather conditions – including rain or sunshine. Concessions will be available and people visiting the area are asked to take their rubbish home with them or use the bins provided.

Cllr Marion Atkinson, Sefton Council’s Labour Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills, said: “Safety is paramount on the Sefton coastline as this event takes place.

“If you’re local, consider staying local. Walking or cycling may be the quickest and easiest way for you to get to and from the event.

“The popular Waterloo Festival is also on during the bank holiday weekend with crowds expected to attend along with the pop up village at Burbo Bank. The Council has really supported both these events and it is set to be a really busy weekend benefiting the whole area with local businesses using our wonderful assets to the maximum.

“If you do watch the regatta pass from the Sefton coastline, please stay safe and leave the beach as you find it either by taking your rubbish home with you or using the bins provided. We also ask people to respect the local community as access to the beach is situated within a residential area.”

Green Sefton launches with massive borough-wide cleanup

21 May 2018
Ollie Cowan
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Categories: Front Page, Latest News

Come along and meet Sefton Council’s newly formed ‘Green Sefton’ team who will be taking to the borough on June 8 to support World Oceans Day.

Green Sefton brings together Coast & Countryside, Parks & Greenspaces, Flooding & Coastal Erosion, Risk Management and Grounds Maintenance teams all together to ensure a joined up approach to the vital management, development and oversight of Sefton’s beautiful coastline, parks and green spaces for years to come.

To celebrate the launch of Green Sefton, team members will be taking part in a mass clean-up of waterways, canals and coastal areas for World Oceans Day on June 8.

Residents and groups who are keen to learn more about Green Sefton have the chance to meet with key members of the team at Crosby Coastal Park from 11am – 2pm (South Road entrance)

They will explain the work they will do, from land management and community engagement to vital work surveying the changing shape of Sefton’s coast and what this means to residents and visitors.

Cllr Ian Moncur, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, said: “Sefton is a clean, green and beautiful borough that is internationally recognised for its natural beauty and we will build on this through the work of Green Sefton.

“Green Sefton has been created to make sure we continue our focus on a collaborative approach to the management, development and oversight of our beautiful coastline, parks and green spaces.

“We believe this will also encourage more community cohesion, more involvement with our volunteers and residents, as well as eco organisations.

“This event is a fantastic opportunity for people to learn more about the wonderful work Green Sefton will be doing.

“We want Sefton residents to take pride in their community and make a positive contribution to their environment and the launch is also a great way to find out more about how you can get involved in community events and volunteering.”

To register your interest in supporting World Oceans Day across Sefton, email communications@sefton.gov.uk

For updates on Green Sefton events, activities and partnership opportunities, check out Sefton Council’s social media channels.

For more information about World Oceans Day visit www.worldoceansday.org.

Welfare support

21 May 2018
Ollie Cowan
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Categories: Front Page, Health, Latest News

Sefton Council is continuing to support some of the borough’s most vulnerable residents by earmarking more than half-a-million pounds to help them.

 Despite a continued reduction in support from the Government, the council has committed ÂŁ500,000 to its welfare support scheme. The scheme was established to provide support for vulnerable, low-income families hit by unexpected financial crises, domestic emergencies and the impact of welfare reform.

 This funding will be monitored closely and may be re-evaluated if the demand for services exceeds the current budget. 

 The council has committed to continue to fund the administration of its local welfare services to ensure that those who need support are able to access it when support is needed. Financial resources will also be used to support Sefton’s helping hand service which manages the provision of essential household items.

 South Sefton and Southport foodbanks will also benefit from a tranche of the funding which will help the services to maintain the necessary levels of food and other items in response to referrals from the council’s local welfare scheme. In addition, a significant portion of the budget will help to support the provision of gas and electricity awards to applicants.

 Without this funding, many people across Sefton would not have access to vital hardship support, forcing them to go without or faced with no option but to take out high cost loans to pay for basics such as food, energy or furniture.
 
 Cllr Ian Moncur, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing, said: “It’s telling that due to the Government’s austerity measures we are seeing an increase in residents who need additional welfare support. It is clear that food bank usage is growing and more and more people, including those who are in work, are finding it difficult to support themselves as a result of welfare reform.

“The Council has rightly set aside a significant budget to help keep essential welfare services running, but the hard truth is that even this extra financial support may not be enough for these vital services to meet the increased demand.”

 Cllr Trish Hardy, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, added: “It is a shame that in 2018 we are still seeing so many Sefton residents who are finding themselves impacted by welfare reform and facing poverty.

 â€śGovernment cuts have meant that services that provide support to vulnerable people are finding themselves at breaking point and local charities are finding it increasingly difficult to cope and offer support.

 “It is so important for the council to ensure that its local communities are able to receive the support they need when they are experiencing severe financial hardship. We are doing all we can when sadly we know more needs to be done.”

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