Free public Wi-Fi has been installed at the seaside resort of New Brighton to encourage people to ‘take advantage of great local shops’.
Free internet connectivity is being rolled out in the town’s two shopping areas with Wi-Fi access along Seabank Road and Victoria Road. This area has often been compared to Liverpool’s Lark Lane and is known for its independent bars, shops and murals. , there is also an art gallery. The development has been funded with his £5,000 from the Liverpool City Region Integration Authority.
The funding comes from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, a government grant that replaces previous funding provided when the UK was part of the European Union. People can use the New Brighton Public Wi-Fi connection along Seabank Road between Vaughan Road and Ash Grove, and in the main shopping areas of Victoria Road between Mermaid Sculpture and Lawson Street. will be able to access.
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New Brighton City Councilor Tony Jones said: “Many popular tourist destinations have areas where free public Wi-Fi is available and we jumped at the chance to secure funding for this in New Brighton. .
“We are delighted that this funding has been awarded to the town, which is one of the most popular areas for tourism. This will ensure that visitors and locals alike will not have to worry about high data charges while in the area. You’ll have fast, secure internet access without having to worry about it.
“And most importantly, we hope that while in the area, even more people will take advantage of the great local shops and businesses that New Brighton has to offer.”
Wirral Council is currently running a Shop Local campaign aimed at promoting a range of local businesses on Wirral, and people can send in nominations. New Wi-Fi networks bring attention to local businesses when people connect.
Sean Martin, chairman of New Brighton Coastal Community Group, welcomed the development but said it was disappointing it had not been extended to independent businesses near the town’s promenade and train station. . The group has previously criticized the council for a lack of investment in New Brighton.
But Mr Martin said: “This is great. It’s great news and independent businesses are very grateful. “It will definitely help as we get more tourists into the summer.” he added. It will attract more people to New Brighton and benefit local businesses. ”
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