Welcome to Trust wide news 

Here, you will find all of the latest news around the Trust which applies to all staff. 

If you have any news you would like to share, please email the communications team with your story and pictures if available: communications@merseycare.nhs.uk

  • UKHSA Meningitis update

    17 March 2026

    You may have seen the media coverage regarding meningitis cases and the very sad deaths of students in the South East. We understand that such headlines can naturally cause concern. Please be reassured that incidents of this nature remain extremely rare, and the Trust continues to work closely with public health partners to monitor the situation.

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    North Mersey Integrated Provider Partnership (also known as a tripartite)

    30 March 2026

    Alder Hey, Mersey Care and University Hospitals of Liverpool Group are working together to improve community health services across Liverpool, Sefton and Knowsley. Our aim is to create more joined up, preventative and efficient out of hospital care that better meets local needs.

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    Resident doctor’s industrial action

    30 March 2026

    The British Medical Association (BMA) has formally announced that Resident Doctors will undertake industrial action from 7am on 7 April, straight after the Easter bank holiday weekend, until 6.59am on 13 April.

  • Category: Trust wide support services

    Working in partnership for our population

    30 March 2026

    Have a read of the latest update on our partnership working with CWP, we are keen to provide more information on the developing workstreams.

  • Category: Community Care

    Important changes to wheelchair service referral and eligibility criteria

    30 March 2026

    These changes are being introduced to ensure we are fully aligned with NHS national guidance.

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    Board update

    30 March 2026

    As part of the ongoing restructuring and refresh of the Mersey Care Board, several changes are taking place to strengthen governance and ensure the right balance of skills and experience.