Knowsley Council is inviting local residents and businesses in Kirkby, Merseyside, to help shape plans for the future of the town centre after earlier proposals were rejected.

The government dismissed plans for the Destination Kirkby scheme in late 2009, which had been put forward by Tesco and Everton Football Club (EFC) to include a new stadium for the Premier League outfit. However, the council's public consultation exercise aims to put efforts to regenerate the town centre back on track over the next two weeks.

Knowsley Council leader Ron Round: "Since the secretary of state's decision to refuse the previous regeneration proposals, we have been working with our partners to reassess the opportunities available to the town. "This consultation gives the whole community a chance to play a part in the future of their town and in improving and enhancing the facilities in the town centre."