Eye on Southport
Southport local briefing: crime, visitor levy and community news
Here’s a warm look at the latest updates affecting Southport and the wider Sefton and Liverpool City Region communities.
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Southport man jailed for five years after cocaine found near Scarisbrick car
Reece Dodd, 23, of Forest Road, Southport, has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to supply, cannabis possession and dangerous driving. He was also disqualified from driving for three years and eight months following the police pursuit in Scarisbrick.
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Steve Rotheram backs visitor levy plans to raise up to £18m
A proposed Visitor Levy Bill could give Liverpool City Region the power to charge a percentage fee on overnight stays, with money retained locally. Mayor Steve Rotheram says a levy of up to five per cent could raise as much as £18 million annually for attractions, culture, infrastructure and public services.
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Consultation targets nuisance parking and antisocial e-bike use
A government consultation proposes national standards and local licensing powers for shared e-bike schemes. Measures include parking and behaviour plans, fleet limits, maintenance requirements and possible insurance rules. The consultation aims to keep pavements clear, improve safety and help local leaders manage schemes consistently. Responses are invited by 31 December 2026.
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Couple sentenced after series of thefts from Tesco and B&M
John Barry Rolt and Victoria Chadwick received suspended prison sentences after a series of thefts from Tesco and B&M. Both were given two-year Criminal Behaviour Orders restricting retail access, while Rolt received additional bans covering several retailers. Their orders prohibit them from entering retail stores together for six months.
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Sefton groups urged to apply for environmental grants of up to £30,000
Sefton Council is inviting charities, schools, faith groups, community organisations and other not-for-profit bodies to apply for environmental funding. Grants range from £1,000 to £4,999 for smaller projects and up to £30,000 for larger initiatives addressing climate change, biodiversity, active travel, sustainability and greener communities. Applications close on 30 November.
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Adam Moseley’s Southport loan extended into December
Forward Adam Moseley will stay with Southport into December after Wigan Athletic agreed to extend his loan. He joined the club in September and has made seven appearances, scoring twice, according to Southport’s current appearance records. The club thanked Wigan for continuing the arrangement as Moseley develops.
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