Several pharmacies will be open throughout the Christmas bank holiday period and the best way to find out which pharmacy is open and when is to check your local CCG’s website:

South Sefton CCG

Southport and Formby CCG

Your local pharmacy can offer free, confidential and expert advice on a range of health issues. They can also help you to self-care and prepare for many common winter illnesses and offer advice on which medicines to keep in stock at home.

While all pharmacies in Sefton provide advice and treatment for a range of minor illnesses and ailments, a number in the borough also offer Care at the Chemist, which ensures the most vulnerable patients who don’t routinely pay for their prescriptions have free and easy access to over-the-counter medicines they may need without having to see a doctor.