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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    Highlighting the Senses for Autism Month

    19 March 2026

    As part of Autism Month, we are encouraging colleagues to build their professional curiosity and deepen their understanding of neuro inclusion by exploring how our eight senses shape the way we experience the world.

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    Eid al‑Fitr Mubarak to all colleagues celebrating

    19 March 2026

    We recognise and value the many faiths and cultures across Mersey Care, and wish all colleagues celebrating a peaceful, joyful and meaningful Eid al‑Fitr.

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    National Oversight Framework, Q3

    18 March 2026

    The NHS Oversight Framework (NOF) Q3 segmentation data and league tables were published on 18 March 2026.

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    Cheshire and Merseyside update

    17 March 2026

    Read the latest news from NHS Cheshire and Merseyside the Integrated care board for our region NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Monthly Update - March 2026

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    PROSPECT: Women patients’ forum opens

    17 March 2026

    Timed to follow International Womens Day this month, female patients from across secure services came together for the first meeting of Women’s Forum. It’s a new innovation, part of our PROSPECT provider partnership, and a space intentionally designed to be co-produced, collaborative and service user led.