Skelmersdale Neighbourhood CIL monies

Please note that due to restrictions on the use of Neighbourhood CIL funding, we can only consider comments from Skelmersdale residents and businesses on the use of NCIL monies in Skelmersdale.

We've shortlisted one scheme to receive Skelmersdale Neighbourhood CIL monies: 

Installation of a mile-long 'track and trim trail' at St James' Primary School, Ashurst, Skelmersdale 

- £10,760 of NCIL sought with £20,000 match funding

St James' Primary School has seen pupil numbers increase as a result of surrounding residential developments (including Ashurst Road and Whalleys). The school state that they have pupils who struggle with physical and mental health and access to outdoor recreation, which has been exacerbated by the pandemic lockdowns. In response, the 'track and trim trail' would run within the school grounds and provide access to health and sport opportunities for pupils, including less-mobile children, as well as the wider community. The school have stated facilities will be available to the community all weekend and after school etc. but, as the trail would be within the school premises, it would require keyholders (i.e. cubs, scouts, football managers etc.) to take responsibility for supporting access.  With appropriate management of access, it is considered this trail would help improve the health of pupils and the local community.