Trust news

October marks Black History Month in the UK. The event was officially recognised by the US government in 1976, and first celebrated in the UK in 1987.

We are writing to let you know that the 2023 NHS Staff Survey has now launched. Most of you will already have received an email inviting you to take part, and we urge you to complete the survey as fully and frankly as you can.

Emergency services called a major incident today following a road accident on the M53 involving Wirral school children. Following the incident, the response from Mersey Care staff – particularly our community nurses – was brilliant, who offered their support to alleviate pressure across our Walk in Centres and A&E departments.

The British Medical Association (BMA) and the Royal Society of Radiographers (SoR) have formally confirmed that strike action will take place on the dates below: Monday, 2 October at 7am to Thursday, 5 October at 7am (BMA Consultants and Junior Doctors. Tuesday, 3 October at 8am to Wednesday, 4 October at 8am (The Society of Radiographers)

From the 1 October, the 350 Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Difficulties (Dysphagia) L1 eLearning and 350 Eating, Drinking and Swallowing Difficulties (Dysphagia) L2 classroom training will be a two yearly requirement.