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Sefton Council approves plans for new smart office development at former HSBC site in Bootle

26 July 2021
Martin Driver
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Categories: Business and Economy, Front Page, InvestSefton, Latest News

Sefton Council has approved plans for the transformation of the former HSBC Data Centre site at Bridle Road, Bootle, into a new, high-tech office space.

Imagined design of the new development
Imagined design of the new development

Planning permission was granted to L51 Developments Limited earlier this month, with construction set to begin on the scheme early next year. Some parts of the site will be refurbished, alongside the new construction, to deliver a mixed-use development of circa 186,000 sq ft.

Founded in 2019, L51 provides a range of technical facilities and services to clients seeking smart office environments.

Sefton Council’s business growth team, InvestSefton, has worked with L51 from their initial interest in the site, through funding options to bringing potential investors to the table.

Advisers will continue to support them as the development takes off, and employment opportunities will be promoted to nearby residents through the Council’s Sefton@Work programme.

Cllr Marion Atkinson Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills said:

“Investment and development of this kind here in Sefton is absolutely critical to not just our Borough, but to the whole of the Liverpool City Region’s digital infrastructure.

“As our ways of working are driven by technology more than ever before, it is vital that Sefton supports those who have the vision to create state-of-the-art facilities and working environments that provide the best opportunities for job creation and business growth.

“Our InvestSefton team will continue to support L51 as they begin construction on the site, looking ahead to the new employment opportunities the development will create for people across our Borough.”

Pa Nolan, Director of L51 Developments Limited, said: “The development will release a refurbished office of 30,000 sq ft, finished in a modern, flexible, contemporary design, designed by leading Architects, Mather & Co and Tim Groom Architects.

“The planning approves a new 36,000 sq ft light industrial unit, designed for several uses. The existing two data centres will be joined by a new structure, to provide a single modern data centre of 120,000 sq ft.

“The support that the InvestSefton advisors have provided to the project to date has been immeasurable and we are really excited about the future of the site now that we can push forward with the project.”

People can find out how InvestSefton can help their business by contacting 0151 934 3452 or email investsefton@sefton.gov.uk or visit www.investsefton.com

Second phase of Mersey Reach development launched

22 June 2021
Martin Driver
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Categories: Front Page, InvestSefton, Latest News, Uncategorized

Northwood Urban Logistics has committed to the development of a new trade and industrial park at its Mersey Reach development here in Sefton. The second phase will comprise Mersey Reach Trade Park and offer 12 high specification trade and industrial units between 4,036 and 29,719 sq ft.

Aerial view of Mersey Reach trade park
Aerial view of Mersey Reach trade park

Construction at the park is underway with delivery by developers Chancerygate scheduled for early 2022.

The high-profile development fronting Dunnings Bridge Road will see approximately 40,000 vehicles passing every day and is within 1 mile of the M57/M58 Switch Island motorway intersection giving easy access to the wider regional and national motorway network.

Mersey Reach is supported by Sefton Council’s business growth team, InvestSefton, and employment opportunities will be promoted to nearby residents through the Sefton@Work programme as the second phase attracts more companies.

Councillor Marion Atkinson, Sefton Council Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills, said: “It is fantastic to see the second phase of the Mersey Reach development taking off, offering a real sense of confidence about the future of business here in Sefton as we focus on recovery post-pandemic. I have no doubt that this next phase will bring a wealth of training and employment opportunities to our residents.”

To find out how InvestSefton can help your business contact 0151 934 3452 or email investsefton@sefton.gov.uk or visit www.investsefton.com

Environmentally friendly technologies have been incorporated into all areas of the new development. These green initiatives will include low air permeability, 15% warehouse roof lights increasing natural lighting design, high performance insulated cladding and roof materials and electric vehicle charging points.

The commitment to speculatively develop this second phase of Mersey Reach follows the successful leasing of Phase 1, which is 90% let and has attracted companies such as Selco Builders Merchants, Euro Garages, Hardy and Skinny Tonic.

Iain Taylor, director at Northwood Urban Logistics, said: “We’re excited to deliver the next phase of the Mersey Reach development in one of the North West’s most undersupplied markets. We expect the park to gain a lot of interest, especially due to its prime high-profile location and excellent amenities.”

Richard Johnson, director UK industrial and logistics at JLL, added: “Mersey Reach Trade Park sits next to Selco Builders Merchants, which is a strong anchor tenant for the scheme and with 40,000 vehicles passing by every day we expect strong occupier interest, in particular from national and regional trade counter operators. The scheme’s green credentials mean that not only will the units be highly carbon efficient they will also reduce the occupational running costs for occupiers.”

Let there be light! Southport switches on to stunning Marine Lake events space

16 June 2021
Ollie Cowan
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Categories: Essential Sefton, Front Page, InvestSefton, Latest News

A stunning and modern Marine Lake events centre and light show is set to bring over half a million visitors and nearly 300 new jobs to Southport, Sefton Council can reveal.

The spectacular events space, situated on Southport Promenade, will be combined with a jaw dropping ‘Light Fantastic’ animation on the Marine Lake, thanks to funding from the Southport Town Deal and support from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.

The concept has been developed in partnership with the Southport Town Deal board, and is set to transform the former Southport Theatre and Convention Centre into a high quality, distinctive entertainment and business events venue, kickstarting an economic rejuvenation of the waterfront area of the town.

Artist impression of Light Fantastic Southport

Its believed the regeneration will lead to footfall of over 515,000 visitors to the waterfront, while also creating 288 jobs and boosting the town’s hotel and hospitality sector with nearly 60,000 overnight stays from conferences and events alone.

A comprehensive delivery strategy is now being produced to help guide the delivery of the Marine Lake events and lightshow project. This will include operator procurement, a full business case, detailed designs and eventual planning application submission.

Cllr Marion Atkinson, Southport Town Deal Board Member and Sefton Council’s Labour Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills, said: “The existing Southport Theatre and Convention Centre building has a long and proud history and is an asset that stirs great passion amongst all, as well as being sited in an incredible location in the town centre.

“As the largest investment project included within the Southport Town Deal, the Marine Lake Events Centre, a working title suggested by one of the hundreds of schoolchildren who responded to the targeted consultation on the project, will provide Southport with an incredible events space with state-of-the-art facilities to attract a continuous and wide range of different types of entertainment events and audiences to the resort.
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“The Light Fantastic show will provide a walkway into the lake as part of an incredible water, light and sound show which won’t just complement the Events Centre, but will also prove to be an attraction in its own right to further elevate and distinguish the Southport brand.

“Sefton Council and our partners on the Town Deal Board want to see Southport transformed in to a thriving, vibrant visitor destination.

“We want to give people a reason to visit and stay for longer. We believe that attractions such as this, our new events space, and more, will create a genuinely unique visitor experience and will only serve to strengthen our visitor economy.”

Steve Rotheram, Metro Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, said: “Like many people, I’ve got lots of happy memories of going to Southport as a kid. It’s great to see these exciting projects to help breathe new life into the town moving forwards.

The Southport Theatre and Convention Centre building currently remains closed at this time.

EU transition webinars for Sefton businesses: Tuesday 25th May & Tuesday 15th June

24 May 2021
Martin Driver
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Categories: Business and Economy, Front Page, InvestSefton, Latest News

The EU transition period has now passed, and business who trade with the EU must ensure that their operations are compliant with new trading regulations, or risk penalties and delays.

On Tuesday 25th May and Tuesday 15th June, InvestSefton is hosting two free live webinars on common issues faced by businesses in the Liverpool City Region, along with the LCR Local Growth Hub, and Department for International Trade.

Whether you currently import or export goods and services, or are thinking of doing so in the future, these webinars will provide valuable information.

The webinars will be split over two sessions, with topics including:

  • EORI and Incoterms
  • Rules of Origin
  • Northern Ireland Protocol
  • Visas
  • Recovering UK import VAT

There will also be a Q&A session, and information on free resources and business support available from InvestSefton, the Growth Hub and DIT, including one-to-one support.

Who should attend

Any business, any size, any sector located in Sefton. Open to importers, exporters and those considering it now or in the future.

Timing

10.15am Zoom log in
10.30am Introductions Webinar, Q&A Business Support
11.45am Ends

Location

The webinars will be accessible via Zoom. Delegates will be sent a link to the webinar, once their booking is confirmed.  

Booking

To book your place(s) call Dominique or Sharon on 0151 934 3452, or email investsefton@sefton.gov.uk

 

Behind the scenes images reveal amazing transformation of Southport Market

18 May 2021
Ollie Cowan
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Categories: Business and Economy, Essential Sefton, Front Page, InvestSefton, Latest News

The brand new look Southport Market is on course to open its doors this summer, thanks to the hard work of Sefton Council and its partners.

Finishing touches are being applied to the iconic market space as it undergoes a major transformation into a leading food, drinks and events space that will boost the local economic and tourism sectors.

In the run up to Tourism Week 2021, the latest behind the scenes images have been revealed showing the incredible work by project contractors Medlock to change the interior of the building.

Work will soon commence on applying the finer details to the market’s aesthetic, combining key elements of Southport’s heritage with a modern and sleek events space.

External funding from The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and Southport Town Deal acceleration fund has been secured making the scheme possible.

The £1.4m scheme, which is a key enabler and an early part of Sefton Council’s Covid-19 recovery plan for Southport, will see 10 new locally based food units and a feature bar installed. This will be supported by a flexible events area able to host high-quality markets along with other events.

Southport Market will also include a Changing Places space which is a fully accessible toilet and changing facility for people with disability needs.

Cllr Ian Maher, Leader of Sefton Council, said: “It is incredible to see all our hard work nearing completion and I cannot wait to see the Market open for everyone to enjoy.

“Southport Market is an iconic location and one of considerable historic importance to the resort, which is why we have ensured the space is brimming with local touches and influences.

“Our amazing tourism team have been hard at work with The Atkinson to source old images of Southport to be used throughout the market, as well as local sign writer Graham Booth to design some of the internal signage.

“Sefton’s tourism offer is incredibly diverse, exciting and vibrant and this Tourism Week is more important than ever before to showcase how vital a role tourism will play in our economic recovery following the pandemic.”

Once complete it is hoped the revitalised market will act as an enabler for Southport, and forms early plans of an ambitious regeneration programme for the town following the success of the £37.5 Southport Town Deal bid.

 

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