The work done by the Walton community to restore the damage done to the Spellow library in 2024 is typical of the resilience and goodwill that is a hallmark of communities across Merseyside.  

The people of Walton deserve to be heard, respected and empowered in ways that enhance the wellbeing and cohesion of all.

We recognise the challenges and disadvantages that many such neighbourhoods face but believe it is for those communities to speak for themselves.  

Our Manifesto of Hope consultation events are one example of our own commitment to facilitate this.  

We wish to affirm the dignity of every person, whatever their colour or creed, as created in the image and likeness of God.

We stand against any who seek to impose their own agendas and create division.

We pray for peace in the local community.

Signed

CTMR Church Leaders

Right Rev’d Julie Conalty, Bishop of Birkenhead

Canon Stephen Coonan, Representative of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Shrewsbury

The Rev’d Geoff Felton, Moderator of the Mersey Synod of the United Reformed Church

The Rev’d Phil Jump, Baptist Regional Minister for Merseyside, North Wales & North West

Major Ian Mounford, Divisional Commander, North-West England & Isle of Man, Salvation Army

The Most Rev’d John Sherrington, Archbishop of Liverpool

Rev’d Monsignor Anthony O’Brien, Dean of the Metropolitan Cathedral, Liverpool

Rt Rev Tom Williams, Roman Catholic Auxiliary Bishop of Liverpool

The Right Rev’d Ruth Worsley, Interim Bishop of Liverpool