Healthwatch Wirral

28/10/2026

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The Government has today announced that Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch organisations will be retained and the strengthened. Read our response.

27/10/2026

22/10/2026

If you’re on a low household income, you may be able to get help with your Council Tax through Council Tax Reduction (CTR), potentially reducing your bill by up to 50%.

You won’t get this automatically, you need to apply.

You may be able to claim whether you rent or own your home, and whether you’re working or not. What you’re entitled to depends on your circumstances, including:

🤔 Whether you’re responsible for paying the Council Tax
👵Your age and whether you’re working age
🏠 Your household income and any benefits you receive
💷 Your savings, pension or other capital
🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Who lives in your household
👉 Don’t miss out – apply to Wirral Council:

Apply for Council Tax Reduction - https://www.wirral.gov.uk/benefits-and-money/council-tax-reduction/apply-council-tax-reduction

If you think you may have been entitled earlier, you can also ask for your claim to be backdated if you have a reason why you couldn’t apply sooner. You’ll need to explain why and provide evidence.

📣 For our partners: If you’re supporting someone who may be struggling with their Council Tax, please signpost them to the application above.

*Please note: this information is for Wirral residents. Please check with your local Council about what is available to you if you live outside of Wirral.*

20/10/2026

Need to talk to someone today?

💙 Community drop-in services are available without a referral and can be contacted by phone or in person.
💙 You can also call Samaritans free on 116 123.

You do not have to face things alone.

17/10/2026

15/10/2026

Young children can catch and spread flu easily, and it can be very unpleasant for them. It can also lead to serious health complications.

Vaccination helps protect them, as well as others who are at higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu, such as babies, anyone who's pregnant, and older people.

Most kids get the vaccine in the form if a quick, painless spray up the nose – it only takes a second, but can help provide the protection needed for them and others over the winter.

Pre-schoolers can get vaccinated at their GP surgery, so accept the invitation to help protect them and others.

08/10/2026

Have you got your tickets for SENDLO Live?

📆 12th October 2026
📍The Hive Youth Zone, Bright Street, Birkenhead, Wirral CH41 4EA
⏰ 9:30am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm (the talks and workshops repeat in each two-hour session)

SENDLO Live, is a one-stop event showcasing the support, services and opportunities available for children and young people with SEND in Wirral.

The event is open to families, professionals, community organisations and partners across Wirral.

Attendees can explore a large marketplace of Education, Health, Care and voluntary sector providers, alongside a programme of talks and workshops.

Reserve your spot ➡️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sendlo-live-tickets-2000377347495?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Wirral Council | The Hive, Wirral Youth Zone | Koala North West | NHS Cheshire and Merseyside

07/10/2026

🏥RNIB wants to hear peoples experiences of accessing healthcare information.

📝Make sure you complete this RNIB survey by 20 October.

📞Support is available for anyone needing help with giving their views - call RNIB helpline 0303 124 9999

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

05/10/2026

Have your say on your experience of leaving hospital - survey closes 9th October

Were you discharged from the hospital in the last 12 months? Did it take longer for you to leave than it should have?

We want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better.

Take our survey to tell us more. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/