'Once thriving' seaside town an hour from Manchester now 'in decline'
manchestereveningnews.co.uk"Southport's status and future as a seaside town looks bleak." Former MP and local councillor John Pugh painted a dreary picture of a "once thriving" town's future as he addressed a full council chamber this month, casting doubt on the town's claim to its "seaside" identity.
Against concerns for the iconic Southport pier, which has been closed for over two years, and worries about the "muddiness" of its once pristine beach, Councillor Pugh put forward a motion reflecting his unease.
Despite these issues, Sefton Council has reaffirmed their dedication to refurbishing and reopening the Southport Pier, highlighting ongoing efforts to monitor the condition of the leisure beach.
With the pier having been shut since 2022 due to safety concerns, the council faces a stark financial gap in addressing the underlying problems.
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