This report seeks approval to appoint Mott MacDonald Group Limited to produce an outline business case and supporting trafflic modeling and environmental surveys in respect of the delivery of transport and active travel measures associated with removal of the tunnel flyovers (“Connecting Birkenhead”).

The Wirral Plan 2021-2026 sets out the Councils vision to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. This proposal directly supports the following key themes within that plan:

·  A prosperous, inclusive economy where local people can get good jobs and achieve their aspirations

·  A cleaner, greener borough which celebrates, protects and improves our environment and urgently tackles the environmental emergency

·  Safe, vibrant communities where people want to live and raise their families

Town centre regeneration is a long-standing priority for the Council and is reflected in the Wirral Council Plan 2021-2026 through the requirement to deliver inclusive economic growth, working for a prosperous, inclusive economy where local people can get good jobs and achieve their aspirations.