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Views wanted to help study into Ormskirk’s nightlife and its effects on the town

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An independent study by Lancaster University has been commissioned by West Lancashire Borough Council into the impact which Ormskirk’s nightlife of restaurants, bars and clubs has upon the people who are living, working and visiting the town centre. A key part of the study is the Ormskirk Night-time Economy (NTE) Survey in which people can participate in and give their views which will help to inform the research.

The Survey is being aimed at all members of the community and it will help the Council staff and Councillors to better understand how the NTE operates, and the positive and negative impacts it may have.

The survey will be online at your views from Thursday 19th February to Friday 6th March inclusive. The survey is completely anonymous and voluntary, and it should take no more than 20 minutes to complete. The Council would like to hear the views from residents, business owners, students and other visitors to the town. Only people who are aged over 18 are being asked to complete the survey.

The portfolio holder for Leisure, Councillor David Sudworth, said ‘Ormskirk’s night time economy is an important part of the town. Many people from the town and the surrounding area enjoy coming here for a meal or a few drinks, and the bars and restaurants provide many jobs for local people.

‘However, we know that many people are worried about the impact on the town in terms of crime and anti-social behaviour. This study will provide the Council with as full a picture as possible of the opportunities and challenges ahead to ensure Ormskirk remains a popular place to live, work and visit.’

There have already been researchers from Lancaster University who have spent some time in Ormskirk to examine what takes place on a busy weekday and weekend night. The researchers have also conducted interviews with key people to gather their views, these included residents group members, police officers, Edge Hill University staff, Council staff, and Councillors.

The findings from the study will be reported to a future meeting of the Licensing and Gambling Committee.

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