00:00Liverpool councillors will reconsider plans to permanently close part of Anfield Road
00:05outside Liverpool Football Club's stadium to traffic.
00:09The route has remained shut to vehicles since redevelopment began in 2021.
00:15Council officers are recommending approval, citing safety advice,
00:19including evidence from Merseyside Police and counter-terrorism specialists.
00:24Some local councillors and residents opposed the proposal,
00:27arguing it breaks earlier expectations and pointing to consultation responses
00:32showing most participants objected.
00:35A committee site visit will take place before councillors make their final decision.
00:39Liverpool Football Club has not commented on the latest recommendations.
