A small number of passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship are being monitored at Arrowe Park Hospital as a precaution to Hantavirus. UK health authorities have confirmed that the risk to the general public remains very low, and there is no need for people to change their day‑to‑day activities.
11 May 2026
Healthwatch Wirral is hosting a free, informative session to help local people understand what LPAs are, why they matter, and what can happen if you don’t have one in place.
This session will be facilitated by Healthwatch Wirral and led by award‑winning solicitor Peter Edwards, who will explain the issues clearly and answer your questions in a supportive, accessible setting.
22 April 2026
Healthwatch Wirral is inviting Carers who support a person with mental health needs, along with professionals who work with Carers, to take part in a special online BRIDGE Forum this April.
This focused session is a chance to connect with others, talk openly about challenges, and help shape better support for Carers across Wirral.
16 April 2026
Earlier this week, The King’s Fund’s insightful report, The Future of Patient Voice: Learning from the Healthwatch Model, reviewed the national Healthwatch model and identified how local Healthwatch organisations contribute to shaping health and social care. Click here to read more about what they said.
20 March 2026
Are you an informal Carer supporting someone with cancer while managing your own long‑term health condition? The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre are inviting Carers who support people with cancer to share their experiences and take part in research to help improve future support services.
24 February 2026
If you are experiencing palliative or end of life care, or have a loved one who has experienced palliative or end of life care in the last two years, then NHS Cheshire and Merseyside wants to hear from you in their survey.
23 January 2026
