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

  • New Ambulance Delay Medical Advice Line

    13 February 2026

    A new Ambulance Delay Medical Advice Line is going to be piloted to support staff when NWAS delays impact patient safety. The advice line is Trust-wide and aims to provide staff with clinical oversight to ensure safe, timely and coordinated care. The pilot will run from 16 February to 28 March 2026. Operational hours will be Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

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    Young Carers Action Day event

    17 February 2026

    Calling all staff, please can you help and raise awareness of our free Young Carers event taking place at The Florrie on Monday, 16 March 2026 from 5pm to 6.30pm. This event is an opportunity for our young carers to spend time with other young carers, take part in games, activities and have some fun.

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    NHS Cheshire and Merseyside update

    17 February 2026

    The latest update from NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is available and includes updates to their Board, local NHS Trust’s news and information about awareness raising campaigns.

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    Updated HR07 Policy

    16 February 2026

    The Trust has updated the HR07 Supporting Health & Wellbeing (Attendance) Policy to ensure that management of absence is timely, proactive and supportive.

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    Eating Disorders Awareness Week

    16 February 2026

    During Eating Disorder Awareness Week the RAISE Mental Health Promotion Team will be delivering a series of training events designed to inform and educate professionals

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    Alignment of religious calendars in 2026

    16 February 2026

    In 2026, a rare and meaningful alignment will see both Ramadan and Lent begin on February 18, with Ramadan’s 30-day fast running through March 19 and Lent’s 40-day period commencing on Ash Wednesday the same day. This convergence offers a unique opportunity for interfaith unity and shared reflection. Also occurring alongside the Lunar New Year season, this period serves as a powerful reminder of our shared humanity—encouraging empathy for those less privileged and fostering understanding across faiths and cultures.