Applications are now open for grants to support businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors who have been affected by the Omicron variant. There are two separate grants which businesses can apply for: Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant Businesses from the hospitality and leisure sectors are invited to apply for a one-off payment of up … Read more
With multiple twists and turns throughout the Novak Djokovic story – Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton shares his thoughts on the importance of elite sports stars promoting vaccine confidence and why there are no real winners in this situation. “I’ve been following the Djokovic story not only with my public health hat on, but … Read more
Self-isolation remains 10 days, but in some circumstances it is possible to shorten the isolation period if two successive negative rapid lateral flow tests (LFTs) are taken. From today, Monday 17 January, if no high temperature is present, people can start testing with LFTs from day five. Two successive negative test results, taken 24 hours … Read more
With confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Liverpool the highest they have ever been, Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton shares his thoughts on the latest wave and the lessons we’ve learned so far. “It is clear that the Omicron wave is well and truly upon us in the North West, following the experiences of London … Read more
If your mental health has been affected by the pandemic, you could benefit from one of 19 projects to improve mental health and wellbeing in Liverpool.
Trading Standards in Liverpool have discovered a large number of retailers selling illegal e-cigarettes and vaping products, and are planning a crackdown in the new year.
The Liverpool Health Protection Board, which oversees the city’s response to the pandemic has issued the statement below with advice and guidance for people living in, working in or visiting the city ahead of the festive period. The new Covid variant “Omicron” is now increasing rapidly and is a very serious threat in Liverpool and … Read more
Liverpool’s Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton, explains why even if you’ve had the booster vaccine, you should also take other simple precautions this Christmas to keep those you care about safe.
Directors of Public Health across Cheshire and Merseyside are asking people to get vaccinated, get their booster and look after each other through this difficult winter period.
Enhanced testing and covid safe protocols are in place to minimise the risk of spreading Covid-19 during the G7 meeting of Foreign and Development Ministers. As Liverpool prepares to host international visitors as part of the G7, Liverpool’s Public Health team is working closely with Government departments including the Foreign Office and the UK Health … Read more
As the city celebrates one year of Covid-19 vaccinations, Liverpool City Council and Liverpool Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) share their thanks to all who have been vaccinated, and praise for staff and volunteers who have helped administer the vaccine. On 8 December 2020, exactly one year ago today, Liverpool’s very first covid-19 vaccines were administered … Read more
A new suicide prevention campaign has launched, encouraging people to reach out and start a conversation – whether they are worried about someone – or are in crisis themselves. REACHOUT Liverpool – launched by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team in partnership with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and Alder Hey Children’s Foundation Trust, reminds … Read more
With the first case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 now being confirmed in Liverpool, event organisers are being urged to review their risk assessments and ensure Covid-19 secure measures are robustly followed by staff and those attending. Director of Public Health for Liverpool, Matt Ashton said “The new Covid variant “Omicron” – first identified … Read more
On World AIDS Day, Advanced Public Health Practitioner, James Woolgar explains how Liverpool is supporting those currently living with HIV, how we’re remembering those we’ve lost and how the city is on track to eliminate HIV within the next decade. “World AIDS Day takes place each year on 1 December – this is an opportunity … Read more
In an effort to slow the spread of the new Omicron variant – a number of additional measures are being rolled out in England from today (Tuesday 30 November) Face coverings – These are once again required on public transport, in shops and supermarkets and other spaces such as banks, post offices, travel agents, hairdressers, … Read more
As part of National Living Wage week, Liverpool City Council’s Deputy Mayor Cllr Jane Corbett, who is also the Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, tells us more about the city’s plans to achieving ‘Marmot Community Status’, and how improving outcomes for local people – enabling them to live longer, healthier and poverty free lives … Read more
A campaign is under way in Liverpool to get private landlords to meet new energy efficiency standards for houses by tackling issues such as damp and excess cold.
Liverpool is to launch its Good Food Plan on Thursday 7 October – a strategy to create a city where everyone can eat good food and address key issues related to the food we eat. Phase One of the Good Food Plan is about tackling the immediate and urgent challenges that the city is facing … Read more
Public Health officials in Liverpool have responded to the Government’s autumn and winter plan for the NHS, warning the city faces a difficult winter ahead. With rates of Covid-19 still high, and seasonal illnesses such as flu and norovirus on their way – they believe the next few months will be difficult not only for … Read more
Covid-19 rates remain high across the city, but there has been a sharp and worrying rise in both Childwall and Belle Vale wards. Residents across the city, in particular those who live or work in Childwall and Belle Vale are now being asked to be extra cautious and to take a rapid antigen test (LFT) … Read more