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

  • World Immunisation Week: what’s on and how to get involved

    20 April 2026

    World Immunisation Week is taking place from the 24 to 30 April, shining a light on the vital role vaccines play in protecting health and saving lives.

  • Category: Community Care

    New specialist eating disorder inpatient unit for young people opens

    27 April 2026

    Sapphire Ward is based at Ancora House at the Countess of Chester Health Park provided by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

  • Category: Trust wide support services

    World Hand Hygiene Day - 5 May

    27 April 2026

    5 May is World Hand Hygiene Day: all Mersey Care staff play a vital role in supporting World Hand Hygiene Day and reinforcing a culture of safety across our services. Small, consistent actions make a significant difference in protecting the people we care for and one another.

  • Category: Trust news

    NHS Excellence Awards 2026 – Regional Champions

    27 April 2026

    Fantastic news – the NHS C&M submission in the Neighbourhood Health category has been named regional champion in the NHS Excellence Awards.

  • Category: Trust wide support services

    Leadership and management apprenticeships withdrawn 1 September

    27 April 2026

    Due to funding changes, several leadership and management apprenticeships will no longer be available from 1 September. There may be a limited number of final enrolment places available before withdrawal. If you are interested, email apprenticeships@merseycare.nhs.uk as soon as possible to check availability and arrange a short Teams discussion.

  • Category: Trust wide support services

    PACE365 Appraisals 2026 – Launching 1 May

    27 April 2026

    The annual PACE365 appraisal window opens on 1 May 2026 and will close on 31 December 2026.