AHEAD of the first anniversary of Port Sunlight River Park’s opening ceremony in August, Wirral South MP Alison McGovern is pushing for investment in New Ferry.
The park - which was opened by Alison and former Wirral mayor Steve Foulkes last year - was transformed from a landfill site after a multi-million regeneration project.
The site was used for landfill from 1991 to 2006 and is owned by waste management firm, Biffa.
It was re-developed, at a cost of £2.3m, by the Land Trust.
It now features wildflower meadows, grasslands and picturesque views of Liverpool’s skyline. The 28-hectare park is set to become a haven for families and dog walkers.
More than 12,000 trees have been planted on the land that was once home to Bromborough Dock, with drainage work, viewing areas and soon-to-be-installed park benches all helping to create a spot that is sure to prove popular with Wirral’s walkers.
Alison McGovern MP and then Wirral mayor, Cllr Steve Foulkes, at Port Sunlight River Park.
Ms McGovern is keen to continue improving her constituency.
Speaking about her calls to regenerate the area, she said: “I am currently involved with the one year anniversary plans for Port Sunlight River Park.
"In New Ferry we have many great community assets such as the River Park, the New Ferry Butterfly Park, a hugely successful Farmer’s Market and award winning butchers Edge and Son.
“It is very important that we build on these successes by regenerating New Ferry. I know from speaking to my constituents how much they want to see New Ferry become the lively town centre it once was.”
She added: “We have some really positive things going for the area but we do need to build on this and this is why I have been calling for regeneration here since my election and why I have been working alongside people who live and work in the area.
"I have met with the council and developers many times to push for regeneration and discussions are ongoing. I know this is a significant issue for local residents and business owners and I will continue to talk to them about their thoughts on the issue.”
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