Coronavirus: News and Advice

The NHS is inviting parents and kids to grab a jab at a local COVID-19 drop-in clinic ahead of the…

COVID-19 continues to circulate in our communities and rates remained high when universal testing ended last week. Moving forward we…

From Friday 1 April further changes to COVID-19 testing and guidance will come into effect for those living in England.…

The NHS has launched the COVID-19 Spring booster campaign today (21 March 2022) and eligible Knowsley residents will be invited…

After two “long and challenging” years, Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Board has decided to step down from its regular meetings.

When the Prime Minister announced the UK’s first lockdown on 23 March 2020, little did we know that the pandemic…

Residents are being asked to be vigilant against scam texts and emails purporting to be from the NHS. Scammers are…

The website also offers information for family, friends and carers who are providing emotional or physical support to someone following their COVID illness.

From 28 February 2022, COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted as part of the Government’s ‘Living with COVID-19’ plans. there is…

From yesterday, 24 February 2022, the legal requirement to isolate if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or testing positive came to an…

Prime Minister announces plan for living with COVID-19 Today, 21 February 2022, the Prime Minister announced the Government’s long-term strategy…

Knowsley Council is making payments to frontline care workers in the borough, in recognition of their work throughout the pandemic.

Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Board met on 3 February to discuss the latest COVID-19 figures in the borough.

Had COVID-19 recently? Find out when you can get your vaccination With COVID-19 cases so high over the Christmas many…

Staff working on two of Knowsley’s busiest industrial parks will be able to get their COVID-19 jabs next week when…

Knowsley businesses affected by Omicron but excluded from the main Government support scheme can now access funding from the Liverpool City Region.

At the meeting, the Board reviewed the latest data available and updates on the current level of COVID-19 cases in the Borough.

At the meeting, the Board reviewed the latest data available and updates on the current level of COVID-19 cases in the Borough.

Across Knowsley, a new Community Vaccine Champions Programme is being launched, following a successful bid for £485,000 from the Department…

Across Knowsley, vaccination sites are offering walk-in appointments as part of a week-long push on walk-in sites to increase protection…

From Monday, 17 January, people with COVID-19 in England can end their self-isolation after five full days, as long as…

The Omicron variant continues to spread rapidly in our communities and the rate of infection in Knowsley is now the…

From 11th January in England, people who receive positive lateral flow results for COVID-19 will be required to self-isolate immediately…

With rising COVID-19 rates, the vaccination offers you the best protection from the virus and will help to reduce the…

The Board reviewed the latest data available and updates on the current level of COVID-19 cases in the borough.

On 16 December 2020, exactly one year ago today, Knowsley’s very first COVID-19 vaccines were administered at vaccination centres in…

Now the dark nights are drawing in and we are spending more time at home or inside, it is important…

Knowsley Council has confirmed that it is once again stepping up its emergency response in view of the issues posed…

The UK Government has announced changes to self-isolation rules for fully vaccinated contacts of a COVID-19 case to slow the…

Last night (12 December), the UK Prime Minister announced that the roll out of COVID-19 booster jabs to everyone aged…

Yesterday evening (8 December) the UK Government announced the introduction of Plan B of their Autumn/Winter COVID-19 response in England…

Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Board met on Thursday, 25 November, 2021 to discuss the latest COVID-19 data for the borough.

First confirmed Omicron case in Liverpool Knowsley residents are being urged to be cautious and continue to follow measures to…

Knowsley Council is warning residents to be vigilant to fake messaging around the Omicron variant of COVID-19 and PCR testing.…

Knowsley residents are being reminded that they can speed up the reporting of COVID-19 testing results by signing up to…

We want to start by saying that we are extremely thankful to everyone across Cheshire and Merseyside for their efforts…

On Monday 29 November, the Government announced a major expansion of the COVID-19 booster programme, as part of efforts to…

On Saturday 27 November, the Prime Minister announced a range of temporary measures as a precaution to slow down the…

Knowsley Council is urging residents to get vaccinated for COVID-19 after the latest figures showed that of those patients aged…

A new variant of COVID-19 (B.1.1.529) has been identified in parts of Africa and has been declared a variant under…

With cold weather and wintry showers forecast in the coming days, residents are being reminded of the potential health risks,…

We are all looking forward to the festive season this year, especially after we were unable to celebrate and enjoy…

From today (Monday 22 November) booster jab eligibility will be extended to over 40s and appointments will be available via…

Eligible Knowsley residents are being urged to not wait to get their COVID-19 Booster and Flu vaccinations together and instead…

With COVID-19 cases prevalent in the borough, Knowsley Council is urging all local businesses to ensure that they are taking…

The council’s Covid 19 Support Fund has awarded £587,00 to more than 40 Knowsley organisations to help them support the health and wellbeing of residents as they recover from the pandemic.

Knowsley Council is urging residents to help keep COVID-19 under control by regularly testing for the virus. Although the majority…

That’s the latest message from Knowsley Council as we start to head into the winter months when historically a number…

Unpaid carers who are recorded on their NHS patient record as a carer, those in receipt of Carer’s Allowance or…

The local NHS is encouraging as many Knowsley residents as possible to protect themselves this winter by getting their COVID-19…

Frontline health and care staff are now eligible to book a coronavirus (COVID-19) booster vaccine appointment. A booster dose helps…

The flu and Covid-19 booster vaccines are available to boost our immunity and protect against infection this winter.

The COVID-19 vaccine is currently being offered to children aged 12 to 15 as part of a school-based immunisation programme.…

Knowsley residents can now access their first, second or booster jabs at more convenient locations in Kirkby. To access the…

From October, people collecting home COVID-19 testing kits from a local pharmacy will need to register for a QR code.…

Additional pop-up testing sites will be taking place every week from Tuesday – Saturday in October to engage residents in…

Pregnant women are being urged to get the COVID-19 vaccine, after it was shown that that they have a higher…

Knowsley Council has launched a new video to encourage the borough’s young people to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and keep…

From next week, vulnerable residents will be offered a COVID-19 booster vaccine.

It’s now easier and more convenient to get your COVID-19 vaccination in Knowsley. There are lots of sites in Knowsley…

Earlier this week, the Prime Minister announced his plan for dealing with COVID-19 during the upcoming autumn and winter months,…

The UK Government has announced that all children aged 12-15 in England will be offered one dose of the Pfizer…

Knowsley Working Well has secured additional funding from Knowsley Council’s Contain Outbreak Management Fund (COMF) to assist local businesses (SME’s),…

Since the easing of national restrictions, cases of COVID-19 in Knowsley have continued to rise. Currently the number of cases…

In June 2020 Knowsley Council developed a a Local Outbreak Management Plan, detailing how its response to the pandemic. The…

Knowsley Council is urging residents aged 60+ to take steps to reduce their risk of catching COVID-19 after the rate…

From Monday 16 August, double vaccinated adults in England, or those who meet one of four exemption criteria, will no…

Knowsley residents might be asked to provide proof of vaccination, or a negative COVID-19 test, when entering a venue, attending…

The symptomatic testing site based in Huyton Village Centre (opposite Huyton Library) will be moving on Monday 9 August. The…

Knowsley residents are being encouraged to continue using the NHS COVID-19 app following changes in the latest update to reduce…

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has updated its guidance to help businesses identify poor ventilation in workplaces and take…

Knowsley Council has launched a new campaign to remind the borough’s young people to play their part to keep life…

If you’re aged 12 and over, you are now eligible for your COVID-19 vaccination. To get vaccinated you can either…

Knowsley Council is urging residents to keep getting tested for COVID-19 as the borough continues to battle with high rates…

Knowsley Council is urging local businesses to join the likes of Amazon, Sky and Molson Coors by encouraging their staff…

It has been a very difficult year for schools and pupils across Knowsley and no doubt everyone is looking forward…

England’s Chief Nurse has today reminded the public that everyone accessing or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a…

There’s extra advice for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable to help them stay safe following the announcement about the lifting of Covid 19 restrictions from 19 July.

The COVID vaccination bus is once again visiting Knowsley offering vaccines to residents aged 18 years and over.

It’s now easier and more convenient to get your COVID-19 vaccination in Knowsley. You can find out where your nearest…

Knowsley residents who test positive for COVID-19 will now be invited to complete their Track and Trace details, including contacts,…

Additional pop-up testing sites will be taking place on Thursday, Friday and Sunday for residents who are experiencing symptoms of…

With COVID rates increasing in Knowsley, it’s essential that residents continue to follow the advice being issued by Public Health…

Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Board has formally requested that the local CCG make rapid improvements to its vaccine roll out across the borough.

Knowsley, along with the wider Liverpool City Region, is receiving enhanced support from the Government to contain the virus as…

In response to the Government’s announcement around enhanced support being offered to the Liverpool City Region, Cllr Graham Morgan has…

Knowsley is currently seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases – moving from below 10 per 100,000 population only a few…

Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram and Leaders across Liverpool City Region have issued a joint call on the Government to accelerate COVID-19 vaccination across region.

ForHousing has been able to work with 531 families in Stockbridge Village affected by the Covid pandemic to provide access…

We are now almost 15 months into the COVID-19 pandemic and whilst we are in a much better position than…

As lockdown restrictions ease, Directors of Public Health in Cheshire and Merseyside are relaunching a campaign to ‘Spread the Facts’…

Knowsley residents are being reminded about the importance of getting their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Across the Liverpool…

The COVID-19 vaccine offers us the best protection from the virus and also the best route out of the pandemic.…

Knowsley residents are being urged to continue to take part in twice weekly testing to ensure the borough stays ahead…

Shoppers and visitors have been welcomed back to Knowsley’s town centres following further easing of COVID restrictions last week (commencing…

Knowsley residents are being reminded about the importance of getting their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Across the Liverpool…

The NHS is urging people to continue to access their services if they are in need of medical attention. The…

The COVID-19 vaccine is currently being offered to Knowsley residents in a phased approach. If you fall into any of…

Knowsley residents have been sharing their experiences of getting their COVID-19 vaccine to help encourage others who haven’t yet made…

Analysis of the COVID-19 vaccination programme by Public Health England (PHE) has indicated that 11,700 deaths have been prevented in…