Liverpool-born actor and science communicator, Stephen McGann on why we should place trust in those telling us the Covid vaccine is safe
Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton, clears up some of the false claims about the COVID-19 mass testing pilot… Since COVID-19 affected all of our lives earlier this year, we have all seen a lot of rumours on social media, TV programmes and WhatsApp groups. These range from factual questions which everyone is right to … Read more
Political differences in Liverpool have been set aside in the fight against Covid-19. Today, a special virtual call took place which saw Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson join the Leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey, the Liberal Democrats health lead MP Munira Wilson and the Leader of the city’s Liberal Democrat party Richard … Read more
Richard Jones, Head of Intelligence and Analytics at Liverpool City Council, writes about the Impact of COVID-19 on health in the city and debunks some conspiracy theories. We are all fed up with COVID. It has dominated work, it’s all we talk about (let’s be honest, it’s the only thing to talk about), it’s disrupted … Read more
Liverpool’s Public Health bosses are welcoming the news that the city is seeing a drop in Covid-19 cases, but are urging residents not to get complacent. Figures released today show that the total number of confirmed cases in the city in the last seven days is 2,044 – which is a decrease of 739 on … Read more
Liverpool City Council is to give a grant to thousands of hard-pressed cab drivers struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The city’s 3,886 licensed drivers rely on the previously booming hospitality, events and tourism sector for a lot of their income, and were hit hard earlier this year when it dried up overnight due … Read more
As part of Liverpool City Council’s look at life on the Covid-19 frontline, we spoke to Royal Liverpool University Hospital patient Jared Williams.
The whole hospital staff are totally brilliant and Liverpool should be proud of them.
Royal Liverpool University Hospital patient Jared Williams.
⚠️ Warning: Video contains scenes viewers may find distressing.
This last month has been so frustrating watching the numbers of Covid-19 infections rise alarmingly and unable to do anything about it. These last few days with even more stricter restrictions has been a worrying time for us all, especially for those whose businesses and livelihoods are bleeding before their very eyes. I’ve had business … Read more
Speaking in Parliament today, Health Secretary Matt Hancock tells parliament that #Covid19 measures that were introduced in the North East are being extended to cover the Liverpool City Region (Liverpool, Halton, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens, and Wirral.) Watch the announcement below. Be sure to follow our social media channels for the latest updates on Twitter, … Read more
Liverpool’s business leaders have written to the Government in a plea to protect the hospitality sector from imminent collapse. In a heartfelt letter produced by Liverpool’s Chamber of Commerce, BID Company, the Hospitality Association and Downtown in Business – the plight of the industry is explained, saying it’s ‘in real danger’ and support is essential. … Read more
Coronavirus spreads quickly and easily, with 1,100 new confirmed cases in Liverpool over the last week and household mixing now banned. See how one person with COVID-19 can unwittingly infect many others.
Liverpool City Council is supporting the call being made today for urgent resourcing of testing capacity to respond to the regions current spike in cases. Chief Executive Tony Reeves said: “Our region is currently facing huge challenges due to the sharp increase of people testing positive for COVID-19. “The resources currently available to meet the … Read more
Schools are reinforcing their guidance on testing – pupils and teachers should only get tested if they are exhibiting one of the Covid-19 symptoms. There is currently huge demand for coronavirus tests, and the message is being emphasised that people only need to get tested if they: Have a high temperature Have a new or … Read more
Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson and Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton are urging people to stay Covid-19 safe following a worrying rise in cases in the city. Latest figures show that the rate per 100,000 is 106.4 – and in just one week (7-13 September) there were 530 positive cases. If the rate continues … Read more
Director of Public Health, Matthew Ashton, has written to businesses in the city with advice regarding COVID-19. Please see below and share this page with your contacts. A business resource pack PDF can be found here. “Dear All, You will be aware from media communications in recent days about the rapid rise in Covid-19 Infections … Read more
People who were previously shielding in Liverpool are being contacted by the city’s Director of Public Health urging them to take care, following a steep rise in COVID-19 cases. Matt Ashton is writing to thousands of vulnerable residents with health conditions who were shielding prior to August, after 400 confirmed cases in the last seven … Read more
Two Liverpool care homes run by Shaw Healthcare are to close due to the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
A formal consultation has begun at Brushwood in Speke and Millvina House in Everton, and work is getting under way to identify new homes for residents to move to.
We became part of the DCMS Testbed & Trials Programme in March 2018 delivering the Liverpool 5G Health and Social Care Testbed. This project highlighted the barrier that digital poverty had on both care providers and residents who would benefit from technology in the home, but did not have access to affordable connectivity. Our testbed … Read more
Kevin McManus, Head of UNESCO City of Music for Liverpool, shares his thoughts on the impact of COVID-19 on the economy of Liverpool’s music industry. “Covid-19 has impacted on every walk of life causing unimaginable grief and pain but one of the worst hit sectors has gone largely unreported – the music industry. In Liverpool I’d … Read more
