00:00A series of major planning and regeneration decisions are shaping everything from hospital access and transport links across Merseyside.
00:08While councils and partners highlight long-term benefits, some projects continue to prompt debate locally over environmental and community impact.
00:18At the former Royal Liverpool University Hospital site, Liverpool councils approve the next phase of redevelopment, focusing on new access
00:25routes and public realm improvements around the estate.
00:28Plans include a new road, footpath and cycleway, linking the main entrance drop-off to Prescott Street.
00:35Developers will also deliver new green spaces with trees and wildlife-friendly planting, alongside better provision for pedestrians and cyclists.
00:43A temporary staff car park is planned off Prescott Street, whilst longer-term parking and facilities form part of a
00:49wider master plan, including future health research and education uses with the University of Liverpool.
00:55Network Rail is carrying out a £2 million programme of vegetation management between Speak and Edge Hill to reduce disruption
01:02and prove safety around overhead lines and trackside infrastructure.
01:06The work includes cutting back trees and hedgerows close to the railway, which the operator says is necessary to prevent
01:12damage, signal obstruction and risks during extreme weather.
01:16However, some residents and local representatives have raised concerns about the scale of clearance, arguing it's had environmental impact and
01:23reduced green cover in residential areas.
01:26Network Rail says the work follows ecological assessments and targets vegetation that pose a risk to the railway.
01:32Weirrell Council's consulting on plans to introduce automatic number plate recognition cameras in Newferry to enforce long-standing pedestrian zone
01:40restrictions on Bedmington Road.
01:42The measure aims to prevent vehicles entering the pedestrian area, which officials say is increasingly being breached.
01:48The Council says the restrictions support safety for shoppers and pedestrians, while still allowing access for loading and unloading at
01:54set times.
01:55On the Weirrell coastline, work has begun to clear vegetation on Hoylake Beach, following long-running debate over management of
02:02the protected area.
02:03Weirrell Council says the clearance has been approved by regulators, including Natural England and the Marine Management Organisation.
02:10The work involves removing sections of salt marsh vegetation in defined areas, with ecological oversight to protect habitats and protected
02:18species.
02:18Campaigners have raised concerns about environmental impact, while the Council says the work is limited and targeted to maintain safety.
02:27Plans to transform the historic Littlewood site on Edgelane into a film and television production hub are being described as
02:33being in a stronger position, following renewed discussions with central government over funding.
02:38Liverpool Council says there's continued interest from ministers and the scheme moves along through financial planning.
02:44The project includes new studio facilities, alongside restoration of the existing building and links to nearby production sites.
02:51Council leaders say a mix of public and private investment will be needed.
02:55And that's all for your round-up of the latest developments across the region.
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