Business owners in Wirral express criticism toward proposed regeneration plans

In a surprising turn of events, two local business owners, Frank Brennan and John Hennessy, have expressed their concerns about Wirral Council's plans to redevelop Scotts Quay in Seacombe. The proposed plans, which include the construction of 3,500 homes, primarily apartments, have raised eyebrows, particularly among those whose businesses will be directly impacted by the changes.

At the heart of the controversy is the Soccer Dome, a facility recently upgraded by Mr. Brennan to the tune of £15 thousand. He has expressed his distress over the proposed demolition of the Soccer Dome and its replacement with homes, fearing the loss of his investment. He claims that the proposals, published as a consultation document, are a wish list for Seacombe, dreamed up by consultants, and urges Wirral Council to engage in discussions with interested and affected parties to create a practical vision for Seacombe.

Mr. Brennan is not alone in his sentiments. He suggests that hundreds of fellow business owners in the Scott's Quay project would have experienced similar feelings of distress. The new homes in Scotts Quay are intended to create a new high-density mixed use sustainable living area overlooking the Mersey towards Liverpool. However, the construction of new homes during the current climate is widely appreciated due to the high demand for affordable properties.

Wirral Council has proposed these plans as part of their wider efforts to regenerate the left bank of the Mersey, potentially resulting in thousands of homes being constructed. The council is seeking public feedback on these proposals before developing them further. The plans, which are currently in the early stages, will cause significant changes around Birkenhead Road.

In the midst of the discussions, Mr. Brennan and Mr. Hennessy have pointed out the interest groups and organisations that have published criticisms of the Wirral Council's plans for Scotts Quay. They claim they were not informed of the plans before they were made public. Rumors and wild exaggerations of job losses and business closures have been prevalent on social media, adding to the concern of those directly affected.

As the consultation period continues, it remains to be seen how the community will respond to these proposals and whether Wirral Council will take the concerns of local businesses into account in their plans for Scotts Quay.