Sefton Council is beginning work on a new Local Plan, and residents will have an important opportunity to get involved and have their say.
The Local Plan will influence how Sefton develops in the years ahead. It will consider issues such as future housing, employment and economic development, transport and infrastructure, as well as the protection of our environment and green spaces.
For communities such as Lydiate, it is particularly important that local people take part in the process. Decisions made through the Local Plan could have a significant impact on the character of our area and the green spaces and countryside that surround us.
There will inevitably be different priorities and pressures across the borough, including future development associated with the Port of Liverpool and the infrastructure needed to support economic growth. It is important that these are considered alongside their potential impact on local communities, the environment, traffic, health and wellbeing.
The development of a new Local Plan gives residents the opportunity to make their views known and help influence the decisions that will shape Sefton for many years to come.
We will be sharing further information later this week about the Local Plan and how Lydiate residents can get involved.
In the meantime, take a look at this short video for an introduction to the Local Plan and why your involvement matters. Click the link to watch the video on Facebook.