Central Docks received planning approval in March 2023 and the plans include the establishment of a 4.7 acre public park called 'Central Park'. In addition, the implementation of infrastructure will accommodate approximately 2,350 new homes. It will also include new residential and commercial developments.

'Stalled Sites'

The project was cited by Rachel Reeves in her first speech as Chancellor, as she announced that the Labour government would be tackling so-called "stalled sites".

Central Docks was included by Ms Reeves as an example of one of these sites and £56m of government funding was later allocated to the project.

Mr Capes said Peel is "focussed on bringing that Central Docks part of the city forward" and "delivering at pace".

Explaining what Liverpool can expect from the project, he said: "We’re really excited about the park and the green space that it’s going to provide.

"It’s been designed to consider a number of different elements. It takes on cues from the historic ground that it sits on - it’s public space, play space, leisure and sports facilities in the park but then it also has some more open space which is for relaxation and enjoying that environment, with some quiet space as well.

"It is all part of our sustainable urban development plan."