Sentiment-boosting Bootle action plan given nod
A planning framework designed to drive regeneration and attract investment in the Sefton town has been signed off by the council’s cabinet.
The Bootle Area Action Plan covers more than 2,000 acres and “reflects the commitment the council has on the ongoing regeneration and investment in the town”, a cabinet report said.
Over the next 20 years, the action plan will guide the development of housing and employment space in Bootle, usher in improvements to public relam, and facilitate the progression of schemes already under way, including the redevelopment of the Strand shopping centre.
The plan will also pave the way for new projects like the proposed new town in partnership with Liverpool City Council.
Cllr Paulette Lappin, Sefton Council’s cabinet member for regeneration, economy and skills, has previously said that the plan will “give developers and investors the certainty and confidence to bring projects to the town”.
The action plan was jointly funded by Sefton Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.
Lappin said: “This is the first time Sefton Council has introduced an Area Action Plan, and it shows the commitment we have to Bootle’s regeneration and the ambition we have for the future of the town, its residents, businesses and communities.”
The work going on in Sefton is impressive. An LA delivering a huge regen and housing programme despite public sector challenges.
By Anonymous
All well and food wanting to do a regeneration of Bootle New Strand but the bigger issue is what will you do about the drug addicts and the drunks who are always present in the area especially the front of the strand …
By Ann
Is this action plan to extend to Southport and the projects not started in 2022 to be completed or is Southport projects not to be completed
By Anonymous
What about Southport its part of Sefton to
By Anonymous
Good for Sefton council pity liverpool council don’t do something similar for l5 area you’ve got houses 120 years old that should be pulled down liverpool council have done nothing for the flower streets for the past 30 years
By T toner
Good luck to Sefton, they don’t lack for ambition for a Council of its size.
By Anonymous
Great news for Bootle, the town deserves it after being neglected for so long, just great news now let’s get behind bootle
By John shanahan