Instagram Twitter Facebook Youtube Tiktok Linkedin
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Weather
  • Registration
  • Login
Menu
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Newsletter
  • Weather
  • Registration
  • Login
  • WHAT’S ON
    • Across Liverpool
    • M&S Bank Arena
    • Exhibition Centre
    • St George’s Hall
  • THINGS TO DO
    • In Liverpool
    • Strawberry Field
    • Tres Liverpool
    • Relish Liverpool
  • OFFERS
  • STAY
    • ALL HOTELS
    • iStay Liverpool
    • Boudoir Hotel Liverpool
    • Malmaison Liverpool
  • JOBS
  • LATEST
    • News
    • Food & Drink
    • Events
    • People
    • Things To Do
    • Music
    • Business
    • Matt Jacobson
    • Sport
    • Interviews
    • Blogs
    • Reviews
    • Competitions
  • LISTEN
    • RADIO
    • PODCASTS
  • DIRECTORY
Menu
  • WHAT’S ON
    • Across Liverpool
    • M&S Bank Arena
    • Exhibition Centre
    • St George’s Hall
  • THINGS TO DO
    • In Liverpool
    • Strawberry Field
    • Tres Liverpool
    • Relish Liverpool
  • OFFERS
  • STAY
    • ALL HOTELS
    • iStay Liverpool
    • Boudoir Hotel Liverpool
    • Malmaison Liverpool
  • JOBS
  • LATEST
    • News
    • Food & Drink
    • Events
    • People
    • Things To Do
    • Music
    • Business
    • Matt Jacobson
    • Sport
    • Interviews
    • Blogs
    • Reviews
    • Competitions
  • LISTEN
    • RADIO
    • PODCASTS
  • DIRECTORY
Search
Close

Series of measures underway to make safer streets for women in Liverpool

March 8, 2022
|
By Editor
  • HOME
  • News
  • Series of measures underway to make safer streets for women in Liverpool

Series of measures designed to make the transport network in Liverpool safer for women and girls are now underway.

Safer Streets Liverpool is a £270k scheme funded by the UK Home Office, secured in a joint bid by Liverpool City Council and Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell.

Launching on Monday 7 March, Safer Streets Liverpool will be promoted through a powerful visual communications campaign targeted at potential perpetrators and highlighting unacceptable behaviours such as touching, groping and stalking.

 Series of measures underway to make safer streets for women in Liverpool

It followed a survey, run by the Commissioner, which showed 54% of women felt unsafe using public transport in Merseyside at night and nearly 42% had concerns about using it in the day.

It also came after extensive consultation with stakeholders, those using public transport, student groups and young people, all of which highlighted how fears around using public transport had increased since the tragic murder of Sarah Everard.

 Series of measures underway to make safer streets for women in Liverpool

In response, Safer Streets Liverpool aims to provide: 

  • Enhanced CCTV coverage at city centre bus stations in Liverpool One, Queens Square and Sir Thomas Street
  • New ‘help points’ connected to the CityWatch control room and better links with emergency services
  • ‘Safe spaces’ for anyone who feels vulnerable within travel centres at each of the bus stations
  • Bus drivers and frontline bus station staff to receive ‘bystander training’ to better understand and know how to prevent sexual violence. The training will equip them to act as ‘guardians’, to make passengers feel safer
  • A new text message service, specifically requested by young people, which can be used to report concerns and help to identify offenders
  • Educational training for up to 70 schools across Liverpool raising awareness of sexual harassment and misogyny
  • Increased police and uniformed presence on the transport network
  • Monthly awareness events and partnership days at transport hubs
  • The use of the mobile police unit in hotspot areas and at times when women feel most unsafe
 Series of measures underway to make safer streets for women in Liverpool

Merseyside’s Police Commissioner Emily Spurrell said: 

“My Safer Streets Merseyside survey highlighted that more women feel unsafe using public transport at night than any other area or location in our region. It is completely unacceptable that any woman or girl feels too worried or scared to use local buses or trains. 

“Safer Streets Liverpool is completely focused on responding to those concerns. Through this multi-agency project, our goal is to make it as clear as possible that there is no excuse for sexual violence and harassment. It will not be tolerated. 

“We are also putting in place some significant, long-term improvements to help women feel safer using the transport network and ensure if any incident does occur that causes them concern that they can report it quickly and easily and there is someone on hand who is trained to respond effectively.

“My thanks go to all the partners who have worked so hard delivering this project. While there is still a long way to go if we are to solve the fundamental issue of male violence against women and girls, I hope Safer Streets Liverpool will help women to be safer and feel safer.”

Mayor of Liverpool Joanne Anderson said: 

“Everyone should feel safe on our public transport network, and it is of great concern that a large proportion of women do not.

“If we are going to tackle this issue properly then it is vital that we do all we can to change the behaviour of those responsible. 

“That is why we are taking a two-pronged approach to tackling the issue: putting in place practical measures while at the same time making absolutely clear the types of behaviour that no woman should have to encounter, and how to report them.”

Chief Superintendent Ngaire Waine, Force Lead for Violence Against Women and Girls, said: 

“Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls is a key priority for Merseyside Police and together with our partners we are actively addressing the fears being raised by women and girls, with the ultimate aim of making our streets safer.

“The launch of Safer Streets Liverpool will be instrumental in helping us to address some of the concerns raised by women and girls who feel unsafe on our transport network and will complement our existing proactive policing response, Operation Empower, aimed at preventing sexual violence within the city centre. 

“As a society we need to take a strong stance against attacks on women and girls who should be empowered to live their lives without fear of sexual objectification, harassment, or physical and mental abuse.”

Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, said: 

“Part of the journey to making our transport network safer for women starts with the conversations we have in our homes and in our classrooms. It is incumbent on men to moderate our behaviour and think about what we can do to make women feel safer in public spaces.

“Whether using public transport at night, or just walking home, too often women in our communities feel they are unable to do simple things that men take for granted.

“It is encouraging to see that practical steps are being taken to amplify the voices of women and help change men’s attitudes and behaviours. It cannot be right that half of our city region can be denied the freedom to go about their daily lives without worrying about their safety.”

The website can be found at www.saferstreetsliverpool.com

READ MORE: Iconic Liverpool buildings being lit for Visible Virals

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
WhatsApp
Email
Print

THE LATEST

Unexpected visitor heads to Royal Albert Dock this June
Unexpected visitor heads to Royal Albert Dock this June
26 May 2022
An unexpected visitor will be heading to Liverpool’s waters this June. As part of Little…
San Franciscan sourdough pizza brand ‘Pizza Punks’ heads to Liverpool 
26 May 2022
Pizza Punks Liverpool will be the brand’s largest UK site, offering unlimited pizza and pasta…
Popular Brunch menu returns to award-winning Duke Street Market
26 May 2022
The award-winning Duke Street Food and Drink Market is relaunching its popular brunch menu, with…
Paris Fan Meeting Point confirmed by Liverpool FC for Champions League final
25 May 2022
Liverpool FC can confirm there will be an official open-air fan meeting point in Paris…
Huge free NFT meet-up heads to Pins Social Club showcasing local Liverpool artists digital artwork
25 May 2022
A huge, free NFT meet-up is heading to Pins Social Club to showcase local Liverpool…
Strawberry Field announce the return of its iconic Garden Fete
Strawberry Field announce the return of its iconic Garden Fete
25 May 2022
Iconic Strawberry Field Garden Fete, much loved by John Lennon, to return as part of…
Modern Craft Beer Festival returns to Liverpool this summer
Modern Craft Beer Festival returns to Liverpool this summer
24 May 2022
The Craft Beer Expo returns to Liverpool this summer, showcasing the best of World beer with…
Leading vintage clothing retailer 'The Vintage Store' heads to Liverpool ONE
Leading vintage clothing retailer ‘The Vintage Store’ heads to Liverpool ONE
24 May 2022
Leading vintage clothing retailer, The Vintage Store set to open at Liverpool ONE the end…

WhatsAppenin LIVERPOOL

Receive WhatsApp notifications about the latest big news, events, offers, competitions and much more!

SIGN UP NOW

At Explore Liverpool we are all about bringing you everything the Liverpool City Region has to offer and more!

Useful Links

  • Liverpool Map
  • FAQs Liverpool
Menu
  • Liverpool Map
  • FAQs Liverpool

Stay In The Loop

Stay up to date with all the latest news, articles, events, and offers from across Liverpool!

© 2022 Explore Liverpool

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
Menu
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
SettingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT
Change Location
Find awesome listings near you!