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On Friday 7 October 2022, a year’s worth of hard work came together when we launched the community-led touring Historic Townships exhibition at Crosby Library. Our Volunteer Researchers were able to see the heritage displays they have been creating for the first time as part of a larger collection of 9 free-standing roller banners.

Following announcements by Chancellor of the Exchequer today (17 October 2022) this is an update briefing to the Energy Support Schemes, provided by NAVCA.

The Equal Voice Network held its first face to face meetings since the lockdown with attendance from organisations representing many diverse communities working with vulnerable communities including asylum seeker and refugee support and  the Ukrainian community.

Change Grow Live are holding two Open Day events at their Southport and Bootle sites in the coming weeks. Whether you're a local organisation or an individual, everyone is welcome to visit and find out more about Change Grow Live. 

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is looking for equality champions to help the region’s political leaders and policymakers tackle the discrimination and disadvantage that cause injustice and inequality in society.

The National Databank is giving free mobile data to people who can’t afford their internet connection. This is particularly important as more people fall into data poverty and need to stay connected.

Sefton resident David, formerly street homeless and struggling with his mental health, shares his story this World Mental Health Day (10 October) to encourage others to reach out and get support.

Sefton Opera and Sefton Council’s Affordable Warmth Team will be hosting a second of two events in North Sefton this month. The Keep Warm, Keep Well events for over 50’s will provide the opportunity for Sefton residents to learn more about the support available in the borough to help them stay warm and healthy this winter.

Nominations are wanted for the next Citizens 4 Good awards. The awards event will take place at Southport Town Hall on Thursday 13 October. The deadline for nominations is Monday 10 October.

SACHA – Southport African Heritage Association, as part of Black History Month, are holding an all expenses paid trip to International Slavery Museum and L8 Caribbean Centre in Liverpool on Saturday 1 October 2022 from 11am.

Monday 19 September has been designated a bank holiday following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, meaning some healthcare services such as GP practices will close and pharmacies may change their opening hours. NHS professionals in Sefton are sharing information on how to access healthcare support and plan ahead for the bank holiday.

In Memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Official statements from Sefton CVS and Sefton Council including information on Books of condolence and floral tributes.