Coronavirus

What do I do if I show symptoms?

If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, you should arrange a test as soon as possible: ask for a coronavirus test online or call 119.

Symptoms include:

A high temperature (37.8 degrees and above)
A new, continuous cough
A loss or change to your sense of smell or taste.

You can opt for a home test kit or to book an appointment at the Haydock Park Racecourse regional testing centre, which is open seven days a week, from 10am to 4pm.

Mobile testing units are used for short periods on varying dates within the borough, which we will publicise in advance.

If your test result is positive, you must self-isolate for a minimum of 10 days. Your household and your support bubble must self-isolate for 14 days. Anyone who develops symptoms in this time must arrange to take a test.

Following a positive test result, you will be contacted by the NHS test and trace service, who will ask you for information about who you have seen in the past 14 days.

Other updates

Face coverings are now compulsory in shops and supermarkets in England, as well as on public transport. Here's everything you need to know about face coverings, including how to make your own.

Here is some information if you have been shielding because you're clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19, on how the government's 1 August changes will affect you.

Below you can find updates on how our services are reopening and adapting, as well as links to wider information and advice.

If you need help during the outbreak, or can volunteer to help, please contact St Helens Together on 01744 676767.

Service updates

Please check the list below for the latest information on how our essential services are being affected by coronavirus and the evolving advice from the government.

Bin collections	NORMAL	Green bin permit extended
Blue badges	AVAILABLE	Apply online or via the phone
Car parks	DISRUPTED	Open except Tontine and St Mary's
Children's Centres	CLOSED	Follow us on Facebook
Contact Centre	AVAILABLE	How to get in touch
Crematorium and cemeteries	RESTRICTED	More details
Housing services	AVAILABLE	Phone us for advice and appointments
Leisure centres	OPEN	See measures in place
Libraries	OPEN	See measures in place
Licensing	AVAILABLE	More details
Markets	DISRUPTED	More details
Parks and playgrounds	DISRUPTED	Open with restrictions
Payments to suppliers	DISRUPTED	How to invoice us
Register office	RESTRICTED	Details of services available
TAZ/sexual health services	AVAILABLE	Open for appointments only
Tell Us Once	AVAILABLE	Telephone appointments only