SEFTON Council has named a preferred developer for a £10m commercial office scheme in Southport.

The project will see the construction of two office units at Southport Business Park, each comprising 30,000 sq ft of Grade A space.

The council says developer Berkeley James is its preferred partner for the scheme.

Situated in Wight Moss Way, Kew, Southport, the business park is home to a number of brand names and large local employers, including Royal Mail and Experian.

The long-awaited development is set to facilitate the growing demand for new, quality commercial premises in the Southport area.

Each building will be three storeys high and will be aimed at small, medium and large businesses and enterprises looking to re-locate or acquire additional space for further growth and expansion.

Tony Byrne, director of Berkeley James, said: “Despite the current economic climate, we recognise the huge development potential for this site.

“There is very little commercial property of this specification available in this area, and we have already received a high level of interest from potential tenants.

“Southport is enjoying an ongoing resurgence as a town in terms of residential, commercial and leisure opportunities.

“We firmly believe that this scheme will have a hugely positive and lasting impact on the local area and wider community through the potential of job creation, business expansion and the relocation of new businesses.”

Alan Moore, regeneration and environment director of Sefton Council, added: “Sefton is delighted to have a partnership with Berkeley James.”