5 June 2009, 09/114
Give your views to help preserve our
heritage
How can we best preserve the historic environment of West
Lancashire? Now is your chance to tell us.
Residents and interested organisations and groups are being
asked for their comments on the Borough Council’s draft West
Lancashire Heritage Strategy, which is currently out for public
consultation until Friday 26 June.
West Lancashire has a wealth of historic buildings and places
that add to the distinctive character and appearance of the local
environment. The Council therefore wants to ensure that the best
architectural and historic buildings and areas are protected and
enhanced.
We want everyone to take pride in their local area, which is why
it is important that people give their views on the draft proposals
which set out how the Council intends to carry on preserving West
Lancashire’s heritage.
Councillor Martin Forshaw, Portfolio Holder for Planning, said:
"Our historic environment is a fragile resource and one which is an
irreplaceable and unique record of our heritage. The preservation
of our built heritage is important not only as it provides a link
with the past, but because the buildings themselves enhance the
appearance of most of our towns and villages, giving a sense of
local pride and providing a valuable leisure and recreation
resource. That’s why it’s so important that we continue to preserve
our heritage.
"We first launched our Heritage Strategy in 2003 and we want to
make sure that it remains up to date and relevant so we agreed to
review it every five years. The new draft looks at how we might
better achieve our aims in the future to look after our heritage,
promote understanding and enjoyment of our heritage and retain it.
Before we produce the final document we’d really like views from
interested individuals and groups - so make sure you give us your
comments."
The document can be viewed and downloaded from our heritage pages and
comments can be submitted via the online
form. Paper copies are also available on request by contacting
the Heritage and Environment Section on 01695 585167 or emailing
ian.bond@westlancs.gov.uk.
The deadline is 5.00pm Friday 26 June.
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