HUNDREDS of Liverpool residents will be forced to sell their homes so they can be bulldozed and replaced.
The government today rubber-stamped four legal orders issued to homeowners in Wavertree, Anfield and Edge Hill, agreeing there is a “compelling need” for the areas to be regenerated.
But anti-demolition campaigners were claiming a small victory after local government minister Ruth Kelly MP asked for more information about some streets in the Picton area of Wavertree.
They hope it could lead to homes in Smithdown Street and Earle Road being saved from the wrecking ball.
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Ms Kelly will make a final decision in 21 days.
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