A spectacular light, sound and water show could soon be built on Southport’s Marine Lake. The ‘Light Fantastic’ lake animation will be unique in the UK, creating a new visitor attraction that will be visible from the proposed new ‘Marine Lake Events Centre’ and surrounding developments (announced earlier this week), and from Lord Street, the heart of the Town Centre. The concept has been developed by the Southport Town Deal board, as part of the Southport Masterplan, working with LCI Productions, an industry-renowned design-led production and installation company. Cllr Ian Maher, Leader of Sefton Council, said: “The Marine Lake was…
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Healthwatch Sefton, the local champion for health and social care services, is launching a campaign to encourage more people who work to speak up about these services and to also become members. Working Voice aims to highlight the importance for people of a working age to be listened to when it comes to sharing feedback on using NHS health and care services. Diane Blair, Manager of Healthwatch Sefton, explained: “Think of us as the health and care equivalent of TripAdvisor. Passing on feedback helps the people who run these services know what is working well and what could improve. All…
Southport’s ASDA store were quick to help local 92-year-old resident Annie when her favourite mango chutney was discontinued. Annie, who has her shopping delivered each week, phoned the store to see if there was anything they could do to help replace the chutney. Home shopping manager Mark packed up three different mango chutneys for Annie to try out and admin colleague Carol took them round to her on her way home – together with a bunch of flowers. Store manager Craig said: “Annie is such a lovely lady and we wanted to help all we could. She was over the…
Southport Football Club (SFC) and Southport Football Club Charity Foundation (SFCCF) are delighted to announce the continuation of the breakfast club up to the Christmas Holidays. Open Monday – Friday from 8-9am, the breakfast club was piloted for the first term of the school year at the request of Meols Cop High School due to limitations on capacity caused by the pandemic. The Club reached out to Tesco (Southport Kew) and their community champion Adele Dennis who was quick support the breakfast club with the provision of bread, jams, cereal bars etc. The store has had to cancel their ‘bags…
Firefighters attended 55% more deliberately set fires across Merseyside on Bonfire Night, Thursday 5th November, than on the same date last year. Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service (MFRS) attended 78 deliberately set ASB (anti-social behaviour fires – this includes bonfires, wheelie bin and rubbish fires – between 00:00 hours and 23.59 hours on Bonfire Night, as opposed to 35 on November 5th 2019. Liverpool saw the highest number of deliberately set fires, with fire crews attending 38 deliberate fires, up from 21 in 2019 (45% increase). Although lower in terms of incidents, all areas the Service covers across Merseyside saw…
Covid-secure activities aimed at keeping more than 3,000 young people safe this Halloween and Bonfire Night will run thanks to funding from the region’s Police Commissioner. Jane Kennedy is using funding raised from the sale of unclaimed stolen goods or property which can’t be returned to its owners to enable 21 charities and community groups to offer safe, organised activities for young people during the busy Halloween and Bonfire Night period, when the public often experience an increase in crime and anti-social behaviour. This is the 11th round of funding released by the Commissioner from the Police Property Act (PPA)…
MP Damien Moore has praised Merseyside Police officers as he joined them for a series of drugs raids in Southport on Thursday (22 October). The Southport MP was impressed as he watched officers swoop to arrest a number of people during dawn raids which were carried out across Sefton and Liverpool. Merseyside Police have since charged 11 people with conspiracy to supply Class A and Class B drugs after a series of warrants were executed. They included seven people from Southport, plus one each from Banks, Mere Brow, Formby and Wavertree. Southport MP Damien Moore said: “Drug dealers and other…
Sefton Council, local charities and businesses are being praised for rallying around after the government refused to extend free school meals to hard-pressed local families this week. Despite strong appeals from Manchester United footballer and child food poverty campaigner Marcus Rashford, the government voted down the Labour Party motion to give extra free meals support to families during the current crisis by extending it over the holiday periods until next Easter. Southport’s Conservative MP Damien Moore, who has been strongly criticised for voting to reduce free school meals in the past, once again refused to support the much-needed help this…
Sight loss charity Galloway’s is celebrating its biggest ever grant donation this year, after being awarded a staggering £120,330 from The Julia and Hans Rausing Trust. The Lancashire and Sefton-based organisation was one of 329 applicants to receive the funding as part of the Trust’s Charity Survival Fund. The money will help Galloway’s to continue supporting blind and partially sighted people during the pandemic. This includes welfare calls and regular group telephone activities, often with a guest speaker. The charity also offers assistive technology support online or over the phone, as well as an online Get Active programme by way…
If you follow Woodlands Animal Sanctuary on Facebook, you may have seen the photos of the three kittens rescued from a garden in Liverpool at the beginning of this month. These three kittens were worryingly cold, hungry and dirty, covered in fly eggs and missing their two siblings who had already died, prior to the rescue. After being warmed up and given the medication they needed an experienced member of the team volunteered to take these babies home with her to give them the hourly feeds and monitoring they needed for the first 24 hours. This was then reduced to…
Southport Baby Bank have linked up with Remedy to help families needing assistance next week as a result of the government decision not to extend free school lunches into half term. The baby bank will be at Remedy, 110 Lord Street, PR9 1NY from Monday to Wednesday between 10am and 2pm, where they will provide lunch hampers to any families in need, no questions asked. The Baby Bank is appealing for donations from local businesses to assist them with this project. If you can donate food or financial support please contact them on southportbb2019@outlook.com Any donations from individuals would also…
Going to college as an adult can help you earn a degree that lets you continue on your career path. One reason who many adults hesitate to attend college is that they think they don’t have the time. Between the full-time job that you work and the obligations that you have at home, you might feel as though you don’t have time for yourself let alone for school. Don’t let your worries stop you from applying to college. You’ll easily find ways to balance your time and find room in your schedule for everything that you want to do. Cut…
Has your withdrawal failed after playing your favorite casino games and winning? There are several reasons that can lead to this. However, you shouldn’t fret because your funds will be automatically returned to your casino account for you to re-withdraw again. You should always choose the safest payment method to access your winnings. Bank Account withdrawal failed Your attempt to withdraw to your bank account might fail due to the following reasons: You have not entered the correct bank details or you haven’t registered and validated your bank details. Casinos with low wagering requirements will automatically recognize this and terminate…
House hunting can be an exciting yet stressful time in one’s life. On the one hand, you are searching for the place you will call home for the foreseeable future. However, on the other hand, you are also preparing to make one of the most significant investments that you will possibly ever make. Moreover, you might be on the clock a bit as you search for a home to move into. All that aside, hunting for the perfect house doesn’t have to be too complicated. It very well might take more time than you had hoped, but it is far…
MP Damien Moore is urging people to dispose of their face masks responsibly. The Conservative MP for Southport said he has been contacted by dozens of local residents, appalled at seeing discarded masks lying on the floor across the area. Southport and the rest of the Liverpool City Region is today under new Tier Three restrictions, following a sharp rise in positive Covid-19 tests and hospital admissions in the Merseyside area. Mr Moore said: “Wearing masks and face coverings in certain areas is playing a vital part in keeping ourselves and others safe from Coronavirus. “The vast majority of people…
Next month, Sefton will once again pay tribute to those who have given their life during conflict. While traditional Remembrance services across Merseyside are unable to take place due to Covid-19 restrictions, the local authority will pay tribute to members of the Armed Forces past and present on Sunday, November 8. Wreaths will be laid at war memorials across the borough by representatives from Sefton Council, including the Mayor of Sefton, the Leader of the Council, Cabinet Members and Sefton’s Chief Executive. A special recorded broadcast, produced by Sefton Council, will be shown across the local authority’s social media channels…
Residents and school children face the threat of being soaked by vehicles encountering deep pools of water on Marshside Road. Despite recent resurfacing the road camber was left unchanged and after rainfall a huge pool develops at the kerbside leaving pedestrians continually in danger of being drenched whenever vehicles pass. Cambridge Ward Councillor Pat Keith, whose attention was drawn to the situation by residents, has reported it to Sefton Council highways department and said: “ These huge pools of water are close to several schools, including Stanley, and as a mother and grandmother I do not want to see children…
It is no secret that online marketing has quickly become one of the most valuable tools for small business entrepreneurs. It allows you to reach various customers through online platforms that you would not have otherwise had access to. You can also use online marketing to keep your current customers informed about your company’s latest updates. All in all, online marketing is certainly something that you should be taking advantage of as a small business owner. One online marketing strategy that has proven to be successful in bringing customers in is content marketing. This strategy is more or less what…
With the nation retreating increasingly indoors as the winter weather rolls in, now would appear to be the perfect time for a little bit of DIY. Whether you’re a novice or an expert in the fields of carpentry, drilling, screwing, and sandpapering, this piece looks at three simple projects to get you started this winter – getting some helpful DIY under your belt and improving your home in the process. Read on to learn tips of the trade that’ll help you make your home a more pleasant place this winter. Shelving Thousands of homes across the UK are crying out…
Live-Bit provides unparalleled digital trading solutions to a wide range of traders across the globe. Live-bit Presents Top 5 crypto community-building strategies Create the project story Create a compelling story behind your project that will ultimately describe why the project exists. This story should tickle the imaginations of new and old members of the community and instill in them the belief that the project has immense value and utility not only to them but to society as a whole. At the start of the project, an effort should be made to indoctrinate the values, ideas and attitudes of the team…
It comes as no surprise that we use our mobile phones for everything these days. You might also be surprised at just how much when you head to settings and check your screen time. However, with all the negative press about how much we’re glued to digital screens, it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. In fact, having healthier habits with your phone can help in many areas of your life, plus you still feel the benefits that a mobile phone can bring. Check out some easy ways to create healthier habits to help enjoy life on and…
Ever since the emergence of coronavirus back in early 2020, the world has seemed a very different place. From the early lockdowns in March and April to social distancing, mask-wearing, temperature checks and self-isolation, life really has been turned upside down this year. Of course, students too have been affected by the virus and despite the reopening of university campuses and the return of undergraduates, many student accommodation buildings have been in lockdown since the start of term. With Boris Johnson’s latest announcement that Merseyside is to be put into Tier 3 grading, it looks as though there will be…
MP Damien Moore has sent his best wishes to St Teresa’s Catholic Infant and Nursery School in Birkdale in Southport after welcoming a new Headteacher. Mrs Morton has taken over the reins at one of the oldest schools in Southport, which was founded in 1869 and has taught generations of local people. Mr Moore has welcomed the progress at the school, which was successful in its campaign to remain earlier this year after efforts by Sefton Council to close it down. Southport Conservative MP Damien Moore said: “I would like to send my best wishes to Mrs Morton and all…
The date has been set for Sefton to decide whether it wants to press on with its fourth wheelie bin for residents – a blue one specifically for glass adding to the -grey, brown and green ones already issued. Opposition leader in Sefton, Cllr John Pugh, has called for the council to stand back and have a hard think about it before committing £1.7m purchasing the new bins. Now a council Scrutiny Committee has been convened for the 19th October to review the decision. Residents can watch the proceedings online. “My big concern all along “, says Cllr Pugh, “is for…
Plans to make large parts of central Southport into what is called “a liveable neighbourhood” are being forwarded by Sefton Council with government funding and backing. This could result in many streets being blocked off to through traffic over a huge area from Lord St to Eastbourne and Cemetery Road, altering the way people approach and leave the town centre. The scheme hopes to be up and running by May 2021. Opposition leader on Sefton, Cllr John Pugh ,though is urging that nothing should be imposed on people without consent and proper consultation. “Although this major scheme will not be…
Staff at Dickinson Parker Hill Solicitors are gearing up for their annual Charity Will Month. This year the firm will be raising much needed funds for two local charities, Ormskirk Civic Hall and Freshfields Animal Rescue. Last year the firm raised £12,587 and since 2009 have raised over £116,000 for numerous local good causes. Like many other businesses, the firm have had to adapt to the difficult circumstances that we all now have to contend with. Michael Prendergast, a Partner at Dickinson Parker Hill, said ‘The last few months have been difficult for everyone and many charities have suffered a…
The term culture can be traced back to the origin of the earth. Primordial living organisms were organized, and their daily life always revolved around different set norms. Work was part of such societies. Dr. Elliott Jacques, a 1950’s author who explored this great but complex organization philosophy hoping to improve workplace culture through documentation. Customers as an organization culture An organization is a group of personalities in its own atmosphere where employees have to adhere to those specific set of characteristics. Other than employees, a workplace is a beehive of activities with many different parties involved. Customers are the…
When it comes to brine industrial services, anyone looking for more information about using it for discharging and recycling could be wondering about the meaning of brine waste or how they can dispose of or treat it. Brine is generally any solution with an extremely high salt concentration like sodium chloride, which can happen as an industry byproduct or naturally like salt lakes, deep-water ocean pools, seawater, etc. In some cases, brine waste or byproducts are highly concentrated salt solutions and has several more than twice the amount of concentrated salts. Based on the process of the brine waste byproduct,…
The introduction of computer equipment in industries played a vital role, especially in simplifying processes. These devices’ functionality is influenced by different factors that help in easing powerful and technical operations. Installing panel displays are essential in industries as they facilitate making processes efficient while allowing for human-to-machine and machine-to-machine interaction. However, it is necessary to consider different factors and the importance of purchasing an industrial panel PC. Factors to Consider When Purchasing an Industrial Display Panel Protection Working with rugged display panels in extreme conditions or spaces with several active events can damage ordinary panel PCs. As such, employees…
Excelitas Technologies is a renowned global manufacturer and distributor of photoelectric equipment and accessories. The company has manufacturing and distribution centers in various countries, including Hamble Southampton UK. With over thirty years of existence, Excelitas Technologies has been leading in innovations to improve the safety and efficiency of photoelectric devices. Currently, the company has more than 5000 workers. This is after acquiring manufacturing companies such as Qioptic and Omnicure, which were significant players in the industry. Products manufactured by Ecelitas are applicable in various industries. These include the military as well as in the medical field. Here are some products manufactured…