I WAS pleased to read in the World that the empty Homebase store in Runcorn is being taken over, but disappointed that it is to become yet another B&M.

We already have far too many cheap discount stores in Halton.

Runcorn desperately needs to be regenerated but we should aim higher.

It will never be a bustling town centre like it was years ago but it has great potential.

It has three waterways, the Bridgewater Canal, Manchester Ship Canal and River Mersey.

Water creates a great ambience for restaurants.

Work is due to begin soon to build a pub and coffee shop on the old Crosville site.

This could be the start of something really exciting.

Perhaps we could entice more specialist shops like a book shop, reflecting hobbies and leisure activities?

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