People in Newton-le-Willows are being invited to have their say on their priorities to make the town a stronger, better connected and healthier community – shaping the investment plan for £20m worth of Plan for Neighbourhood Funding.
In addition to the Earlestown Town Centre Regeneration Masterplan, the Plan for Neighbourhoods (previously known as Long-Term Plan for Towns) will enable investment over the next ten-years to grow the economy, deliver safer streets and create opportunities for everyone.
As part of the plan, 8 themes will be considered:
- Regeneration, high streets and heritage
- Housing
- Work, productivity and skills
- Cohesion
- Health and Wellbeing
- Transport
- Safety and security
- Education and opportunity.
The newly created Newton-le-Willows Plan for Neighbourhood Board – made up of a dedicated group of public, private and third sector representatives – has been tasked with developing an Investment Plan for the area. The outcome of the public consultation will help to shape and prioritise investment within the plan – so make sure you have your say!
A six-week consultation is now getting underway, and you can send in your responses either online or at a series of events taking place in the coming weeks.
Cllr Richard McCauley, St Helens Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Inclusive Growth and Regeneration, and Newton-le-Willows Plan for Neighbourhood Board member, said: “This is a significant amount of funding for Newton-le-Willows and to ensure it is spent wisely, we really need to hear from local residents on the issues that matter most to them so that we as Board members can understand what would help to make Newton- le-Willows an even greater place.
“Public consultation is vital to ensure that the funding is used to meet the specific needs of our communities so I’d encourage as many people as possible to take part in this process, whether online or at one of our local events, to help shape an exciting future for Newton-le-Willows.”
Chris Hickey, Chair of Newton-le-Willows Neighbourhood Board and Managing Director of Mercury Hampton, a multi-million-pound business located in the area, said: “This funding represents a game-changer for the future of Newton-le-Willows. The Plan for Neighbourhood Board has been working tirelessly to ensure we develop a well-balanced plan that will benefit everyone in our community.
Members of Newton Town Board at their first meeting in December 2024.
“We want to ensure that our town not only grows but thrives and benefits all of all its residents. This is an opportunity for every local voice to be heard as we work together to create an even more vibrant and dynamic community.”
Joanne Edge, Community Representative on Newton-le-Willows Plan for Neighbourhood Board and Manager of Newton Sports Club, added: “As a local representative and member of the Engagement Sub-Group that has had oversight of the development of the Engagement Strategy, I believe it’s crucial for people who live and work here to have a direct say in how funding is spent.
“Local people understand the needs of their area better than anyone. That’s why it’s so important for our community to engage with this consultation process, to ensure there are many different ways for people to have their say we have ensured there are many different channels to access information whether that’s online, at public events or maybe as part of a special interests group at the events we’re holding around the town. It’s a chance to make sure our shared vision becomes a reality.”
The public consultation began on Monday 7 April and will run until Sunday 18 May. In addition to the online consultation, two drop-in events have been scheduled to take place in the following locations:
- Earlestown Pop Up Market – Saturday 12 April, 10am-4pm
- High Street Hive Market – Sunday 4 May, 12pm-5pm
You can also take part in the consultation online.
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Plenty of opportunities for adults to meet, via groups and classes.
What about teenagers?
I’m 74, don’t know what to suggest, ask them.
Could the state of our side streets and pavements be dealt with? In the safety and security section as I am disabled and need a walker to get about. I’m almost housebound at the moment, apart from lifts from my husband and taxis, which are very expensive, because I’m too scared to go out. I’ve fallen on local roads 5 or 6 times and as I’m only 53 this isn’t good!! The main road pavements are not too bad but most of our side streets have dreadful pavements.
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