Sefton Council is urging local residents not to miss out on the chance to give their views on ‘Our Future, Our Bootle’, an Area Action Plan which will set out a clear vision for the town for the next twenty years and beyond. Residents are urged to participate in the consultation so that the right strategy can be put in place to deliver for the needs of our communities.

Residents now have more time to submit their comments with the consultation deadline extended to Monday 31^st January 2022.

The Area Action Plan aims to act as a catalyst for further investment in the town, creating more opportunities for local people and businesses. It will also help to secure the homes that people need and want, help address the challenge of climate change, provide good quality open spaces and facilities, seek local environmental improvements as well as securing job opportunities.

The Issues and Options document can be read online at www.sefton.gov.uk/bootleaap. There you can provide feedback using the online form. You can also provide feedback by emailing bootleaap@sefton.gov.uk or by calling 0808 168 8296, leaving a message and a member of the team will call you back.

Following the close of consultation all feedback received will be reviewed and used to develop the ‘preferred options’. This will be the next stage of consultation which is due to take place later in 2022.

Cllr Ian Maher, Leader of Sefton Council said:

“This is a great opportunity to tell the Council what you think about Bootle and what you would like to happen in the town. We want as many people as possible to get involved and there are several ways you tell us what you think and help to shape the future of your town.”

Cllr Daren Veidman, Cabinet Member for Planning added:

 “This is the first stage of the process and it’s important that we understand what residents think to help ensure that we protect all the things that are positive in the town and look at ways to make necessary improvements.”

The Issues and Options document is also available to read in full at Bootle Library, Stanley Road; Magdalen House, Trinity Road and Bootle Town Hall, Oriel Road.

Feedback forms are available to complete at these locations.