Archive - The Southport Lead

Scale of public outcry makes up for lack of scrutiny in decision to close Botanic Gardens aviary

A public meeting was above capacity with people keen to make their voices heard

15 hrs ago • Jamie Lopez

What next for 'at risk' Garrick Theatre?

Historic building included on list of endangered venues with questions over its future

Jul 8 • Jamie Lopez

Words alone not enough as Southport Attack families demand action

Government accepts inquiry recommendations but evidence of change needed

Jul 5 • Jamie Lopez

'Don't delay' warning from wife of stroke victim who nearly died

Rapid treatment can be the difference between life and death

Jul 1 • Jamie Lopez

June 2026

New hopes for long-awaited Burscough Curves reopening

New plans are being considered even before the arrival of a devolution-loving PM

Jun 28 • Jamie Lopez

Demand for taxi licences soaring in Sefton but nobody knows why

“We’ve actually made a few bob out of that then, haven’t we?”

Jun 24 • Jamie Lopez

Delays and soaring costs - but council insists Marine Lake Events Centre is still happening

More borrowing is planned as cost rises by almost 50%

Jun 21 • Jamie Lopez

Patrick Hurley: Why it's time for Andy Burnham to replace Keir Starmer

The Southport MP write for The Southport Lead on why it is time for change

Jun 20 • The Southport Lead

No, Pontins is not being used to house asylum seekers

Once again, misinformation is being deliberately spread online

Jun 17 • Jamie Lopez and The Southport Lead

Net zero projects boosting Sefton's economy but council efforts have stalled

A new report highlights the importance of net zero projects with jobs and money adding to environmental needs

Jun 13 • Jamie Lopez

Death of dad who absconded after being sectioned to be examined by jury

Merseycare and a specialist transit company will be asked questions about TJay Waters' death at an inquest

Jun 10 • Jamie Lopez

New findings from 79th Group administrators as directors launch legal action

It is expected to take years for the company's affairs to be fully understood

Jun 7 • Jamie Lopez

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