“There is no place for discriminatory behaviour within the licensed trade. This case demonstrates that Wirral Council will take decisive action where licensed drivers fail to meet the standards expected of them."
People who use adult day services in Wirral could benefit from more choice, more opportunities in their local communities and continued specialist support after councillors approved a phased approach to transforming the service.
More people in Wirral are staying healthier for longer thanks to local health protection work that is helping to prevent illness, improve early diagnosis and strengthen support for communities across the borough.
Support for ethnic minority, migrant, refugee and asylum seeker communities across Wirral could continue under a new commissioning model being considered by councillors next month.
The future of adult day services in Wirral will be discussed by councillors at the next Adult Social Care and Public Health Committee, as part of ongoing work to make sure support continues to meet the needs of residents now and in the future.
The Children, Young People and Education Committee will meet to discuss a proposal to continue the council’s Family Time service when the current contract ends later this year.
A report highlighting progress in support for children and young people with additional needs will be discussed at Wirral’s Children, Young People and Education Committee on 17 June.
The proposal to award the new contract to Biffa Waste Services Ltd follows a detailed review and competitive tendering process designed to secure the best long-term solution for residents.
More people in Wirral are getting quicker help and support to stay healthy and independent, as adult social care services continue to improve and respond to the needs of local residents.
Wirral Council and the NHS are working together to help more people stay independent at home and leave hospital sooner, with new plans set to build on progress already being made across local health and care services.
At the heart of the strategy is a clear commitment that victims and survivors will be believed, treated with dignity and supported in ways that work for them, while responsibility for abuse is placed firmly with those who cause harm.
More people in Wirral are getting the help they need to recover from drug and alcohol problems, with record numbers in treatment, more people rebuilding their lives, and more lives being saved – Councillors are set to be told.
