The Home Office has performed a surprise U-turn and won't be taking over Southport's Pontins Holiday Park.
Sefton Council confirmed to the ECHO this afternoon plans that included a potential government takeover of the holiday park are no longer in place. The ECHO understands the Home Office previously approached Sefton Council regarding the use of the site.
Concerns were raised in the Ainsdale area regarding the impact the potential takeover would have on the local economy. Joseph Abbott, manager of the local sports bar Champs, previously said they rely heavily on business from the holiday park.
