She said up to 1,849 jobs were likely to be available to residents in the most deprived wards.
Concluding that these jobs could be taken by the unemployed in Halton as many of the new opportunities are located in and near deprived areas.
Coupled with improved local transport, access and support and advice she said the borough’s employment levels could be improved. She said: “This means there is the potential to develop the conditions for a healthy labour market which is crucial to preventing cycles of decline in areas of deprivation and instead facilitating cycles of success.”
Meanwhile, project manager Steve Nicholson yesterday addressed the House of Commons Select Committee in Westminster.
It led to the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Halton Council and the Highways Agency.
It means the council will work with the agency to ensure the road network continues to work efficiently during and after the bridge’s construction.
The inquiry continues.
