Landowners across the Region are being asked to get involved in helping the Mersey Forest to branch out!
40 hectares of new woodland will be planted by the Mersey Forest Partnership
across the Region as part of the national ₤12m Trees for Climate planting
programme and landowners who have land suitable for planting are asked to get in
touch. Over the next 5 months the partnership is 1 of 10 Community Forests which
will be planting the new woodland. Planting will take place in Liverpool as well
as across the wider Merseyside and North Cheshire Region in urban parks and
green spaces and on farmland. In 2019, both Liverpool City Council and the wider
Liverpool City Region declared a climate emergency and this new planting will
help contribute to local action. Trees for Climate will see over 500 hectares of
new woodland planted across the country. When mature, the trees will eventually
store over 100,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide, the equivalent of over 45,000 trans
Atlantic flights and will contribute to meeting the Government's net zero by
2050 target. The project will also reduce flood risk, increase sustainable UK
grown timber, provide more places for nature and biodiversity to thrive, and
increase peoples' access to and enjoyment of woodland.
Cllr Laura Robertson-Collins, cabinet member for environment and sustainability,
said:- "Investing in tree planting is a real investment for the future. In total
our Region will benefit from new woodland totalling 12 times the size of the
Royal Albert Dock! The benefits of this are huge;– wildlife benefits, the
environment benefits, and we, as residents, benefit, not only from the boost to
wellbeing but also from the creation of jobs in the forestry and environmental
sector which is welcome news for our Region's green recovery. I would urge
anyone who has land that could support tree planting to get in touch with the
Mersey Forest or me and play a part in this precious initiative."
Paul Nolan, Director of The Mersey Forest, said:- "The Trees for Climate
programme will plant more trees targeted at areas in Liverpool where they can
make the greatest difference, in particular to local quality of life and levels
of health and wellbeing. We've shown how trees and woodlands boost our local
economy, reduce flooding, create new habitats for wildlife and increase
Community spirit. The national network of Community Forests has been working for
over 25 years to bring nature closer to people and local Communities and is
perfectly placed to deliver real change, on the ground."
Sir William Worsley, Chair of the Forestry Commission, said:- "This exciting new
programme will benefit local Communities all across England; helping to increase
access to nature, creating much needed jobs in the environmental sector and
bringing invaluable benefits to people's health and wellbeing. The ₤12.1 million
boost will be a huge help both for getting trees in the ground, but also
enabling each of the Community Forests to ensure they are well managed in the
long term, making sure these new woods can thrive to the fullest extent."
Lord Goldsmith, Forestry Minister, said:- "Through this exciting new programme
we will build back greener, as more Communities; particularly those in urban
environments; will have access to nature, with real benefits for health and
wellbeing. Trees are the backbone of our urban and rural environments and
essential in tackling the climate emergency. This vital programme will plant
trees where they are most needed to stem flooding and provide more places for
nature to thrive."
Landowners should contact The Mersey Forest team;- 01925 816217 or:-
Mail@MerseyForest.Org.UK or Cllr Laura Robertson Collins, Liverpool City
Council's cabinet member for environment and sustainability, if they would like
to get involved.
Work Coach roles now open for applications in Greater Manchester
JOBCENTRES across Greater Manchester are now recruiting for over 100 Work Coach
jobs, as the DWP enters its final round of recruitment for 9,000 additional Work
Coaches nationwide by the end of March 2021. Applications are open until 16
December 2020, at 23:55.
This follows a successful initial phase of recruitment which saw 4,500 Work
Coaches hired as part of DWP's response to the Pandemic. The Government is
doubling the number of jobcentre Work Coaches available to support people to
27,000 by March 2021.
Mims Davies MP, Minister for Employment said:- "Any Work Coach will tell you
just how rewarding their job is. Helping someone back into work is really
fulfilling and knowing the positive difference you've made to someone's life is
a real boost. If you're looking for a new challenge and want to support your
Community, put yourself forward for what is a crucial role at the forefront of
the UK's economic recovery."
These new recruits will be vital to ensuring that people in Greater Manchester
have access to expert mentoring and jobs support. More expert Work Coaches means
more personal, tailored support for jobseekers who are looking to get going with
a new career or to move on from a struggling sector.
Along with helping people improve their CV, interview and job search skills,
Work Coaches also help arrange more structured support including:-
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The ₤2 billion Kick start scheme which puts young people receiving benefits 1st
in line for new, high quality, 6 month roles provided by employers from all
sectors. The placements give them a wage for the duration and the chance to
build their experience and professional networks.
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The ₤238 million JETS programme targeting those out of work for 3 months with
a range of help from expert providers, including specialist advice on how people
can move into growing sectors.
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A mixture of work experience and training through SWAPS (Sector based Work
Academy Programmes), which received a ₤17 million funding boost this summer and
will help people move into new sectors.
Apply or find out how you can become a Work Coach, log onto:-
JobHelp.Campaign.Gov.UK.
Feline Festivities at Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel

CHRISTMAS isn't just for humans! The 'Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotel'
Southport,
Merseyside, Hotel owner Harvey Summers is sure to make the holidays purrrfect
for each and every 1 of his feline guests. 4 legged guests who stay at Longcroft
over Christmas can look forward to a day packed with expert care, seasonal
cheer, plentiful treats and pampering as part of its Complimentary upgrade
package, designed to spread a little festive cheer this year! Awaiting every furry guest at Longcroft this Christmas morning, will be a
personalised hamper of toys and treats selected individually for each cat. This
will be followed by a delicious hand prepared breakfast from the Hotel's 'A La
Cat' Menu and mini bar. Every 4 legged guest will have the chance to while away
'the most magical day of the year' with plenty of play time and cuddles, to a
backdrop of Christmas carols and fairy lights.
Because the Longcroft Southport cat Hotel is located in the garden of Harvey's
home, he can take a welcome break from the kitchen chores and enjoy cuddles and
play sessions with his 4 legged guests on the big day.
Longcroft is the UK's only luxury Hotel group for cats, with 24 locations in the
UK. Founded in 2010, the Company has grown rapidly thanks to its revolutionary
approach to cat boarding, placing animal welfare at its heart. Longcroft offers
peace of mind to the most discerning cat owners when they go away, by providing
a tailored, home from home experience for its feline guests whatever the season.
Every Longcroft Hotel does Christmas with fun, panache and an expert touch!
If you love to be social do pop over to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram where you
can watch many of Longcroft's beautiful guests enjoying a spot of room service,
feline pampering and festive holidays at our Hotels around the UK!
For further information about Longcroft Luxury Cat Hotels, go to:-
LongCroftCatHotel.Co.UK.