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Calls made for stronger rail links between Lancashire and Merseyside in debate over reopening lost train station
Better rail connectivity is urgently needed between Lancashire and Merseyside, MPs argued in a special debate in Parliament. Southport MP Damien Moore argued that more should be done to build links between areas such as Preston, Liverpool, Southport, Ormskirk and Leyland – which can be achieved at relatively little cost for huge economic benefit for the North West. Mr Moore
New Kaspa’s Desserts in Southport opens this Saturday with 50% off on first day
Southport BID feature by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport The new Kaspa’s Desserts in Southport is officially opening its doors this Saturday (20th April 2024) with an opening day offer of 50% off for customers! The delicious dessert emporium is looking forward to welcoming customers from 11am, with Mayor of Sefton Cllr June Burns cutting the ribbon for the
366 Sefton dog owners fined for anti-social behaviour as council seeks to extend enforcement powers
Over 350 dog owners in Sefton have been fined for anti-social behaviour over the past three years while council officers have received nearly 1,000 requests for help. The A £75 fixed penalty notices (£50 if paid within 10 days) have been issued for a range of offences including dogs not on a lead in a family area; failing to remove
Southport Youth Pledge launched to support young people succeed in their dream careers
Southport BID feature published by Stand Up For Southport Southport Learning Trust, Southport Education Group, and Southport BID are proud to announce the official launch of the Southport Youth Pledge initiative. The unveiling took place at the Your Southport Stars Award Ceremony, held at The Grand on Tuesday (16th April 2024). Southport Youth Pledge focuses on increasing youth return by
Show jumping returns for Southport Flower Show 100th birthday celebrations
Show jumping is returning to Southport Flower Show! You asked, and organisers listened. One of the show’s highlights from many years ago was show jumping and it will be returning for the 100th anniversary Southport Flower Show on Saturday 17th August and Sunday 18th August 2024. For tickets please visit the Southport Flower Show website here. Back in 1924, one
Sandway Homes to launch third housing developments with two schemes in Southport nearing full occupancy
Sefton development company, Sandway Homes, heads into the 2024/25 financial year with two housing developments nearing full occupancy, a third set to launch this summer and another in the pipeline. Only in phase one of its business plan, the developer has already seen success with the completion of Hey Farm Gardens, Crossens, and Sandy Brook, Woodvale, boasting 78 properties. The
Southport FC unveil Darren Court as new Commercial Manager after success at Preston, AFC Fylde and Port Vale
Southport Football Club has announced the appointment of Darren Court as the club’s full-time Commercial Manager. In addition to being a Southport native and Sandgrounders fan, Darren brings a wealth of experience across the commercial sector. He has achieved remarkable success in previous roles at various clubs, including AFC Fylde, Preston North End FC and Port Vale FC. During his
Record number of entries for 2024 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards as glittering celebration awaits Finalists
Nominations for the 2024 Grand Pride Of Sefton Awards are now closed, after a record number of entries were received by organisers. The glittering event will take place at The Grand on Lord Street in Southport town centre on Friday, 26th April 2024, honouring inspirational community figures from Southport, Bootle, Crosby, Formby, Maghull and across the borough. Over 1,300 submissions
2024 Your Southport Stars awards winners revealed with 80,000 votes cast for local businesses
Southport BID feature published by Stand Up For Southport Southport BID businesses came out in force for the 2024 Your Southport Stars Awards. The annual awards night, organised by Southport BID, celebrates the vital contribution and positive impact of Southport town centre businesses. Over 200 guests were welcomed to The Grand on Lord Street on Tuesday (16th April 2024) to
New luxury watch shop to open in Southport town centre in another boost for Lord Street
A brand new luxury watch shop is due to open in Southport town centre. David K Luxury Watches is due to occupy the former Nicholas Thomson shop at 493 – 495 Lord Street. The business has submitted a planning application to Sefton Council seeking consent for a new sign and a hanging sign outside the shop. David K Luxury Watches
Southport Central 12 retail park hopes to welcome new 24 hour gym creating 30 new jobs
A brand new 24 hour gym could soon open at M Park Central 12 retail park in Southport, creating 30 new jobs. The 534 sq m facility would open in the former Poundworld shop at Unit 6 in the park, adjacent to Next. Earlier this month, Central 12 announced a new initiative of two hours free parking for customers, having
Sefton Council employees are ‘public service super heroes’ as plea made for greater pay
Sefton Council’s employees are ‘public service super heroes’ who deserve a £3,000 pay rise, according to a plea being made this week. Cllr Paulette Lappin, the Sefton Council Cabinet Member – Regulatory, Compliance and Corporate Services and wants to see local government workers receive a £3,000 or 10% pay rise, whichever is the greater. She argues that workers have lost
