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Blackpool’s Blueprint: Revitalising the British Seaside with Chris Webb MP
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Leo Walton and Sarah Nan Dupre
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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Is the Great British seaside back? Chris Webb, MP for Blackpool South, joins us to discuss how his iconic hometown is spearheading a national tourism comeback.
While many see coastal towns through a lens of nostalgia, Chris argues they are the key to unlocking millions in UK growth. In this episode, we explore:
- The Infrastructure Gap: Why broken transport links are the biggest hurdle to local economies.
- Beyond the Weather: Moving away from seasonal reliance through innovative hospitality.
- Devolution & Power: Why local autonomy is essential for coastal regeneration.
- The Blackpool Model: How the UK’s most famous resort could provide a blueprint for seaside towns nationwide.
From personal stories of Blackpool’s "Golden Era" to the hard truths of modern government support, this is a deep dive into the future of UK tourism.