00:00liverpool city centre hospital is entering a new phase of its redevelopment following the opening
00:06of the main building in 2022 the university hospitals of liverpool group has submitted a
00:12formal planning application for improvements across the former hospital site the proposals
00:18include a north south link road connecting prescott street to the main hospital entrance
00:24alongside upgraded footpaths cycleways and additional green space for staff and visitors
00:30the trust says the scheme will improve connectivity across the site reduce congestion on surrounding
00:36streets and integrate active travel routes encouraging walking and cycling work on
00:42demolishing the old hospital which had stood since 1978 is expected to finish by spring the new plans
00:51also include a temporary staff only car park with 116 spaces off prescott street landscaping will
00:59prioritize native plants to support local wildlife including ponds meadows hedgerows nest boxes bug
01:07hotels and log piles seating areas and open lawns are designed to be low maintenance while creating
01:15welcoming spaces for visitors officials say these upgrades will transform the area into a more
01:21accessible user-friendly environment supporting both health and sustainability objectives
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