Regeneration firm puts town centre plans on show

REGENERATION specialist St Modwen has set out its plans for the future of Kirkby on Merseyside in a public exhibition – bringing the redevelopment of the town centre a step closer.
 
The development plans pave the way for a wider more significant change. The proposal will see  a new supermarket, additional shops, car parking and a new leisure development.
 
St Modwen says it would also boost the local economy, create new jobs, as well as bringing more shoppers and businesses to Kirkby.

The outline scheme has already seen significant interest from a number of national retailers and St Modwen is in advanced talks with food retailers.
 
Until the talks are complete and legal contracts exchanged St Modwen says it is not in a position to announce the name of the supermarket.
 
Following St Modwen’s £35.8m acquisition in November 2015 the team has been working closely with the local authority to develop plans for the town centre. A development agreement was signed earlier in the year, which set out St Modwen’s ambitions for Kirkby.

Steven Knowles, North West regional director for St Modwen, said: “Our plans for Kirkby provide us with an opportunity to develop a Town Centre that the people of Kirkby deserve and have been waiting a long time for.

“We strongly believe that our proposal will strengthen and enhance the existing town centre, increase the offer for shoppers by bringing new shops to Kirkby and create jobs for local people.

“We also have the potential to include a cinema and restaurants for local people to enjoy. We are looking forward to announcing the name of the supermarket operator soon.”

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