Along with our entire town, we are heartbroken and devastated after yesterday’s tragic incident on Hart Street. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our community, and stand ready to offer assistance in any way we can.
If you can offer community support, thank you. Alternatively, if you are aware of any relevant community resources, please do let us know. Email ots@otsnews.co.uk so that we can add your support to our list.
CROWDFUNDING
A number of crowdfunding donation schemes have been set up, either in support of the victims or to other charitable causes. While we’ve no immediate reason to believe any of these campaigns to be fraudulent, donation scams can occur, and as such, OTS News will not immediately promote or endorse any particular scheme. Please be cautious and check who is responsible for any scheme you wish to donate to and where the funds are headed.
GATHERINGS AND VIGILS
To be confirmed. Please check back shortly.
QUIET AND SAFE SPACES
Churches across Southport will generally be open on Wednesday. Opening hours may apply. Please check the social media or website of your chosen church. Holy Trinity on Hoghton Street is open every day from 8am to 6pm with mass at 9.30am.
Compassion Acts at The Victoria Centre, 197A Sussex Road will host a quiet hour at 2pm on Wednesday.
Southport Football Club will open their club lounge from 10am to 3pm on Tuesday, for anyone who wishes to gather and share thoughts. Specialist support staff will be present.
The Cherish Centre (65-67 Albert Road, Southport, PR9 9LN) will be open between 10am – 3pm on Thursday 1st August, for any emergency personnel to call in during for free hot drinks, cakes, biscuits, toast,
SUPPORT
Please do not hesitate to seek support if you have been affected by yesterday’s incident in any way. It is perfectly natural to feel distressed or concerned even if you do not have a direct connection to the incident.
Mind: 0300 102 1234
If you would prefer not to talk but want some mental health support, you can text SHOUT to 85258. Shout offers a
confidential 24/7 text service providing support.
Birkdale Counselling is offering support to anyone affected. Call 01704 616307 or email birkdalecounselling@gmail.com
TRAVEL
MD Travel are offering free travel to medical centres and/or appointments for anyone involved in Monday’s incident.
WELLBEING
Former Southport FC player Jordan Lussey is offering free placements at a football camp this week for any child who has been affected by Monday’s events.
Western Approaches in Liverpool, a museum based at a former WW2 command center, is offering free entry to anyone affected by the tragedy.
GIVE BLOOD
The UK is currently suffering from a blood shortage. Please consider giving blood. Visit blood.co.uk
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