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Southport Emergency Services At Crisis Point

Emergency Services were at crisis point this week, Council health watchdogs have been told. Speaking at the Sefton Council Health & Care Scrutiny Committee, Damien Reid, Chief Operating Officer of the Southport

9th January 2015

From Mersey Magic to Southern Charm: A Guide to Relocating from Merseyside to the South of England

Swapping the iconic Liver Building for the rolling hills of the South Downs or the friendly pubs of Liverpool for the vibrant bustle of Brighton– relocating from Merseyside to the South of

18th April 2024

Busy time for Southport Lifeboat teams

CALL OUTS – 25/6/20 – 13:20 & 18:08 It was a busy day for Southport Lifeboat with our teams called to multiple incidents along the coast. Our first page, at 13:20, Southport

27th June 2020

Police introduce 48 hour Dispersal Zone after anti-social behaviour

Photo: stock image from Formby point Officers have today (24th June) introduced a 48-hour Section 34 Dispersal Zone following an increased visitor level to Formby Beach on the Sefton Coastline resulting in

24th June 2020

Paramotor flying machines at Ainsdale

Powered paragliding is also known as paramotoring or PPG. During this type of ultralight aviation, the pilot wears a back-mounted motor (a paramotor). This delivers enough thrust to take off using a paraglider.

3rd October 2019

Year of the Coast thanks!

Sefton Council want to say a massive ‘Thank You’ to the thousands of residents, volunteers, tourists and staff who have helped make 2017 a fantastic Year of the Coast. In January 2017,

3rd January 2018

Wild winds race across Ainsdale shoreline

The weather boffins are telling us that snow and ice are on the horizon. Winter is settling in fast and the winds are starting to howl across the bleak shoreline at Ainsdale.

24th November 2017

Car parking closures at Southport and Ainsdale beaches

Due to high tides over the bank holiday weekend, beach car parking will be closed at Southport and Ainsdale. Due to high tides, Southport Beach Car Park will be closed from Wednesday

28th May 2017

Dogs trust dogmobile gears up for a tail – wagging time

Dogmobile Charity brings roving rehoming unit to Formby Point. On Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 May Dogs Trust will be raising pounds for hounds at a doggie meet and greet at the

15th May 2017

Lifeboat Road Drop In Event

Sefton residents and coastal users are invited to come along and find out more about the potential transfer of land at Formby Point to the National Trust at a special drop in

17th March 2017

Southport beach closed until September 5

Southport beach closed until September 5 Due to high tides, beach car parking at Southport Beach will be closed until 5th September. Southport Beach car park will then remain closed due to

1st September 2016

Southport Sailing Club raise money for Lifeboat

Southport Sailing Club held their annual Lifeboat Pursuit Race on Sunday 6th September 2015, raising money for the Southport Offshore Rescue Trust. The pursuit which saw 24 sailors on the marine lake

14th October 2015

Southport Sailing Club raise money for Southport Lifeboat

Picture: Scott Harrison, Southport Lifeboat Crew member, pictured with Commodore Paul Norton and members of Southport Sailing Club Southport Sailing Club held their annual Lifeboat Pursuit Race on Sunday 6th September 2015,

5th October 2015

SPEED KILLS: Southport’s deer population is suffering from vehicular impacts!

Drivers warned to ‘Slow Down’ along Sefton’s deer-run areas, after fatalities. ***** Please sign and share our petition below ***** The velocity of a car etc hitting a deer, fox, hedgehog, hare,

26th April 2024

Klopp Final Season and Beyond: What’s Next for Liverpool?

Whatever happens, Liverpool fans are in for a ride. In fact, that always seems to be the case — if there’s one that Liverpool are not, it’s dull. Even by the team’s

31st March 2024

Mayor of Sefton launches 2023 Christmas Toy Appeal

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24th November 2023

Response to Southport MP Damien Moore: launching new petition to return the Children’s A & E back to Southport

Southport MP Damien Moore is apparently launching a new petition to return the children’s A &E back to Southport. https://www.otsnews.co.uk/mp-launches-campaign-to-bring-childrens-ae-back-to-southport/ What has happened to make Mr Moore decide to launch a petition

29th September 2022

Queenscourt Hospice hero to open Southport Flower Show

The work of Queenscourt has touched the lives of thousands of patients and their families across Southport, West Lancashire and Formby, and as Dr Groves is retiring this year, it makes her

5th August 2022

New chair announced for Maternity Voices Partnership in Sefton and Ormskirk

New and soon to be parents and carers have a new champion to give their views and experiences of maternity services to for Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust. Abi Cattlin, 30,

27th June 2022

Access to healthcare in Southport and surrounding areas over Jubilee Bank holiday weekend

As Sefton residents prepare to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, NHS leaders are sharing information on how to get healthcare help while enjoying the long bank holiday weekend. Anyone in need of

27th May 2022

OTS survey reveals 68% of local patients struggle to contact their GP surgery

Over two-thirds of patients based in Southport and Ainsdale have reported difficulty in contacting their GP surgery. OTS News recently surveyed 476 patients based in Southport and Ainsdale over their recent experiences

23rd February 2022

Southport hospital coping but “under pressure” as local covid numbers skyrocket

Southport and Formby District General Hospital says it is “under pressure” following rapidly rising numbers of new coronavirus cases in the area but the trust has not had to resort to a

6th January 2022

Anniversary of COVID-19 vaccination programme in Sefton

This month the NHS in Sefton is celebrating the one year anniversary of the biggest vaccination programme in NHS history. The NHS COVID-19 vaccination programme launched nationally in hospital hubs on 8

7th December 2021

An Easy Guide To Sending Unaccompanied Baggage Abroad

Although most people will want to travel with their luggage, there are some cases when it might be wise to send it to an unaccompanied destination. However, this can be a stressful

3rd December 2021

Sefton residents urged to get winter flu vaccines as soon as they are offered

People in Sefton are being urged to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines as soon as they are offered, to boost their immunity this winter. Each year, GPs in the borough call

6th October 2021

GPs ask for your support as they work through their busiest period

GP practice staff are asking for your patience and support as they work through their busiest ever period. General Practice is still open and staff are working harder than ever to make

22nd September 2021

Hoghton Street health centre offering walk in covid vaccines for 16 and 17 year olds

The NHS in Sefton is encouraging young people aged 16 and 17 to get their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine at local vaccination centres. Vaccines are being offered to 16 and 17

3rd September 2021

No BBQs reminder for Sefton beaches after toilets burnt down at Crosby beach

Sefton Council’s Green Sefton officers, alongside Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, are reminding beach goers that BBQs and fires are not allowed anywhere at the Sefton coast. Last week two portaloos were

4th August 2021

Covid not a “Monday to Friday” virus warns Council health chief

As the weekend approaches, Sefton Council is reminding people who live and work in the Borough, that unlike many of us COVID-19 doesn’t take Saturdays and Sundays off. Additionally, people are being

24th June 2021

Eligible Sefton residents urged to get COVID vaccine as soon as possible

Health professionals are working with Sefton Council to encourage residents to book their vaccinations as soon as they are eligible to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. After some recent COVID-19 outbreaks

19th May 2021

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