Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service has started a 12-week public consultation on the merging of Aintree and Croxteth fire stations.
The station merger is part of a wider vision and continued optimism for the service after enduring a lengthy period of cuts.
The views of local people and businesses are sought over the next 12 weeks.
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Chief fire officer Phil Garrigan said: “Our plans will offer our firefighters and the local community the facilities they deserve now and in the future.
"The old stations have served their communities well over the years but they have come to the end of their days and we must recognise this and move forward into the future.
“This station merger will make us more resilient, efficient, effective and quicker to respond, whilst ensuring we are equipped to meet the demands placed on a modern day fire and rescue service. "
The plans were outlined in a recent consultation on the Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) for 2021-24, plans which increase the number of fire engines available to respond to incidents.
The plans gained strong public support, and MFRA approval, with the current consultation moving forward to focus more directly on the merger of Aintree and Croxteth stations at the new site in Long Lane.
Mr Garrigan said: "The overwhelming public support for the plans in our Integrated Risk Management Plan has shown that the people of Merseyside are behind our vision for the future.
"The station merger is part of this bold way forward, the improved response times and night cover at the new site are undeniable benefits of the proposal.
“The new station will occupy the same site as a new state of the art Training & Development Academy, reflecting the commitment and professionalism of our incredible operational and support staff.
"Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service is embedded within the local community and we would love to hear their thoughts. I would urge everyone to fill in the consultation – this is your Fire & Rescue Service.”
The consultation will run from July 15 to October 7.
Detail on the 12-week public consultation on the merger of Aintree and Croxteth fire stations is available at www.merseyfire.gov.uk
