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The Local Briefing: Southport
Here’s your friendly local update, with health, community safety, sport and entertainment news from across Southport and Merseyside.
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Government accepts JCVI advice on spring 2027 COVID-19 vaccinations
The government has accepted JCVI advice for the spring 2027 COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Offers will be available to adults aged 75 and over, people aged six months and over who are immunosuppressed, and residents of care homes for older adults, matching previous spring eligibility groups.
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Preferred Mersey barrage route marks major step for tidal power plans
The Bromborough-to-Otterspool area has been identified as the preferred corridor for the Mersey Tidal Power Project. The proposal could generate up to 1 gigawatt of electricity, create thousands of jobs and provide flood protection. Further engineering, environmental and commercial work will continue before any consent or investment decision.
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Southport fans urged to welcome new manager Calum McIntyre
Supporters are being encouraged to attend Haig Avenue and welcome new manager Calum McIntyre. Gates open at 12:30pm, with live football on screens, Halloween face painting, food and drinks, plus a discount for season ticket holders. Fans are urged to arrive early and bring family and friends.
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Southport fans can claim limited-edition Hunger Games cinema merchandise
Vue Southport is offering limited-edition popcorn buckets, cups and keyrings linked to The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. A Collector Screening on Saturday 28 November at 3pm will include one of three collectible pins. Tickets are available through the Club Vue app and online booking.
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Merseyside firefighters targeted in violence during last year’s Bonfire period
Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service is asking parents and carers to know where young people are during the Bonfire period, following attacks on crews and damage to appliances last year. The service advises attending organised displays, reporting dangerous materials and discussing firework safety and respect for emergency workers.
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