Green Party wants a “guarantee” for historic buildings

THE Green Party is calling for a “guarantee” that historical buildings in Warrington are adequately protected.
Steph Davies, leader of Warrington and Halton Green Party said: “We need to make sure that the mistakes of the past are not made again. “Warrington has a rich and diverse urban history and we want to ensure that everyone can see this history for themselves and not just in old photographs.”
The party is concerned at the number of Listed buildings in the town which have been demolished – the most recent being the Manx Arms.
They say the borough council seems to have some strange ideas about what qualifies as culture and heritage.
Recent demolition of several listed buildings must raise questions about whether the council is serious about promoting culture and preserving the heritage of our town.
Green Party members would like to know why listed buildings are “left to rot” until they reach the stage they cannot be saved.
Ms Davies said: “The demolition of local heritage buildings should stop with immediate effect. Warrington Borough Council would like the town to be a City of Culture, yet they cannot ensure that our historical legacy as a town is adequately protected.
“There are requirements that need to be fulfilled in relation to the care and maintenance of listed buildings which we would like to see honoured. There needs to be consultation and communication on any listed building in Warrington that is under the threat of demolition.”