00:00 I'm Emily Bonner, time now for your latest news updates.
00:03 World Council has revealed it's liable for up to £200,000 worth of unpaid bills related
00:09 to the pandemic. The cost is related specifically to facilities management services such as
00:14 security cleaning and removals. The additional payments will add further pressure on the
00:18 local authorities budget.
00:21 The extension of a Maze Rail line for the first time in almost three decades has been
00:24 hailed as a milestone moment. More than 50 state of the art trains have been introduced
00:29 as part of the publicly owned fleet. A total of seven will initially run on the new battery
00:33 powered technology between Hedbolt Lane and Central Station.
00:38 This year's Southport Flower Show has been hailed a huge success as preparations begin
00:42 for next year's 100th anniversary. Over 55,000 visitors came to the 2023 event to enjoy the
00:49 floral displays, show gardens and entertainment.
00:51 That's all your local headlines for now.
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