00:00The Liverpool City region is witnessing a series of high-profile development projects
00:05designed to restore, regenerate and modernise local towns and infrastructure.
00:09In Southport, £20 million has been allocated to restore the Grade 2 listed pier,
00:14closed since 2022 due to safety concerns.
00:18Sefton Council submitted a detailed business case outlining repair, maintenance and sustainability measures
00:23with work set to replace timber joists, decking boards and steelwork
00:27alongside new gates, CCTV and a long-term maintenance regime.
00:32Council leaders say the investment secures the pier's future
00:35and reinforces its status as a heritage and visitor landmark.
00:40Meanwhile, a new ferry, £5.5 million from government funding is being used
00:44to improve the high street and pedestrian safety following the 2017 gas explosion.
00:50Royal Council and partners, including Regenda Group, are on progressing redevelopment across three sites,
00:55with the new homes completed on two locations and work starting on the third.
00:59Recent public engagement has informed improvements to Bebbington Road,
01:03aiming to balance trader needs and safety concerns, whilst creating a vibrant town centre environment.
01:09The Liverpool City region has been selected for the £85 million Industrialising and Digitalising Construction Challenge,
01:16a pilot to modernise social housing and public infrastructure delivery.
01:20Partners, including Onward Homes and Tourist Developments, will trial new digital and construction methods
01:26in local housing schemes aiming to improve efficiency, sustainability and workforce skills.
01:32Metro-Mersive Rotherham and Government Ministers highlight the potential to strengthen supply chains and productivity
01:37with lessons applied nationally.
01:39In Prescott, demolition of outdated areas at the shopping centre has been completed,
01:44enabling redevelopment plans that include a new library, museum and cultural spaces.
01:48Over £5 million in Liverpool City region combined authority funding supports the next stage of preparation.
01:55Council members stress that investment and planning will bring confidence and long-term benefits for residents and businesses.
02:01Elsewhere, Bootle is moving forward with the expansion plans for the Salt and Tar venue at Canalside,
02:07building on its reputation as a major cultural hub.
02:10Sefton Council studies show that expanded indoor and outdoor facilities could host larger events year-round,
02:16while providing rehearsal and recording spaces supporting the town's bid for UK Town of Culture status.
02:22Council leaders emphasise that these plans aim to strengthen local communities,
02:26attract visitors and showcase cultural talents across the area.
02:30Taken together, these projects illustrate the diverse ways local authorities and developers
02:35are investing in infrastructure, heritage, housing and culture.
02:38From peer restoration and high street improvements, to social housing innovation,
02:43cultural venue expansion and town centre regeneration,
02:46the focus remains on delivering sustainable, accessible and vibrant spaces for residents, businesses and visitors.
02:53And that's your round-up of the latest developments across the Liverpool City region.
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