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Liverpool awarded Purple Flag status once more

  • February 17, 2025
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Liverpool awarded Purple Flag status once more

For the 15th year in a row, Liverpool has again been awarded Purple Flag status, receiving accreditation by the international scheme.

This recognition highlights the Liverpool’s commitment to being one of the UK’s safest night-time economies, where residents and visitors can enjoy a secure and vibrant nightlife experience. It is one of only a handful of cities that has retained the status since 2010.

Run by the Association of Town and City Management (ATCM), the Purple Flag scheme recognises places that have a dynamic, secure, and vibrant evening and night-time economy, similar to a Green Flag for parks, or Blue Flag for beaches.

The prestigious award highlights Liverpool’s diverse range of entertainment, dining and culture throughout the night, as well as its commitment to the welfare and safety of visitors and residents. 

The report from ATCM praised the city for its range of local and high-end venues, and its ‘iconic and unique appearance and reputation’. The wellbeing of visitors was also rated highly, with strong partnerships between the Council, Liverpool One, Merseyside Police, Liverpool BID and students’ groups contributing to a welcoming, clean, and safe night-time environment. 

People’s safety is a priority for Liverpool City Council, who work closely with the police to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour on the streets. In 2024, the Council’s CCTV network helped to deal with over 3,000 incidents, including assaults, thefts, and criminal damage. 

There are over 80 Purple Flag destinations around the globe across the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Malta, New Zealand and Australia.

Recently, Liverpool’s Purple Flag status attracted delegates from the Asia branch of the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA) to the city. 

More than thirty IFEA members toured the city in December to learn about its thriving nightlife and are hoping to use this knowledge to apply for Purple Flag status in Asian cities for the first time. 

In April, Liverpool City Council and partners will officially accept the title at a special event.

Councillor Laura Robertson-Collins, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities, Neighbourhoods and Streetscene said: 

“I am delighted that Liverpool has once again been recognised for its outstanding night-time economy.

“Our excellent nightlife here in the city is no secret, and we’re proud that Liverpool is seen as an exciting, engaging, and safe place for people to visit.

“This accreditation is down to all the hard work from our staff and partners across the city, who work incredibly hard every single day to make sure that the city remains a great place to live in and come to.”

READ MORE: Liverpool Football Club reveals fresh new look inspired by iconic Liver Bird

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