Knowsley’s Local Plan Core Strategy, which will outline where and how new homes will be provided in the borough, is said to be legally sound and compliant.

The findings of an examination of the ‘vitally important’ document, which will guide new development and regeneration in the borough until 2028, have now been published by government inspector Martin Pike.

With a number of recommended modifications the final report concludes that the Local Plan, which will also highlight how development can take place to create employment opportunities in the area, satisfies legal requirements and complies with national planning policy.

Welcoming the progress from the independent examination, which follows public hearings in November 2013, July 2014 and June 2015; Councillor Mike Murphy (pictured), Knowsley Council’s cabinet member for regeneration and economic development, says: “I am very pleased that the inspector’s report concludes that Knowsley has been thorough in the preparation of its Local Plan.

“The report clearly supports the fact that the council has considered the available evidence and the views of the community and stakeholders thoroughly. I am therefore confident that Knowsley’s Local Plan is a sound foundation for the growth of the borough in the future.”

The inspector’s report will now be considered by Knowsley Council’s cabinet and full council on 16 December, when a decision will be made on the adoption of the Local Plan.

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