The Latest Breaking News from Marion Atkinson

Southport MP says town won’t be defined by atrocity one year on from attack

Police monitor social media for attempts to stir up disorder as town pays tribute to three girls murdered last year

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2025

Public inquiry will help community heal, says council leader

Marion Atkinson said Southport killer Axel Rudakuban’s guilty pleas had come as a relief to a community ‘still hurting and shocked’.

Evening Standard · Jan 21, 2025

UK Security Firm Offers Free Services To Children's Events Following Shocking Southport Stabbing

Security firm offers free bouncers to children's clubs after Southport stabbings that killed three under 10.

International Business Times UK · Jul 31, 2024

'Ambitious' £73m events centre could 'revitalise' town

The "impressive local project" could bring hundreds of jobs to the seaside resort

Liverpool Echo · Dec 16, 2022

'Positive start' for £3m Crosby Lakeside despite 'challenging environment'

The council set up Sefton Hospital Operations Ltd to run the venue last year

Liverpool Echo · Nov 23, 2022

Hotel issues could have ‘chilling effect’ on £73m events centre plans

The events centre is a key part of the town's transformation plans

Liverpool Echo · Oct 18, 2022

£70m events centre moves closer after operator appointed

The council plans to borrow £20m towards the cost

Liverpool Echo · Aug 23, 2022

Council to borrow up to £20m to fund new events centre

The events centre is expected to cost a reported £75m

Liverpool Echo · Jul 21, 2022