Liverpool City Council Joins Great British Spring Clean
With warmer days approaching, Liverpool City Council is calling on residents to show their community spirit by participating in the 10th anniversary of the Great British Spring Clean.
The national campaign, led by Keep Britain Tidy, kicks off on Friday, 13 March, encouraging people across the city to become “#LitterHeroes” by pledging to tidy their local parks, streets, and green spaces.
“Liverpool is home to hundreds of volunteers who work tirelessly all year around to keep our city clean. I’d like to use this opportunity to say a huge thank you to each and every one of them,” said Councillor Laura Robertson-Collins, Cabinet Member for Communities, Neighbourhoods and Streetscene.
“This fortnight is the perfect chance to get involved in your local area. It’s always inspiring to see how many people come together, and the campaign has a real, positive impact on our streets.”
Councillor Robertson-Collins added: “Litter is unsightly and can harm the environment, particularly wildlife. It’s an entirely selfish act by a minority of people. We all have a part to play in keeping our city clean. I encourage everyone to make a pledge this year and help tidy up the city.”
Community Clean-Up Events Launch in Everton
The Council is hosting a flagship launch event at Thirlmere Park in Everton on Friday, 13 March, starting at 12:00 pm.
The event is open to all residents, with litter-picking equipment provided on-site.
Volunteers will be joined by representatives from local Litter Networks, housing associations, and ward councillors to kickstart the fortnight of action.
This year’s campaign features several major community efforts, including a massive youth-led initiative in Norris Green.
On Wednesday, 25 March, over 100 children, parents, and teachers from Monksdown School will partner with Merseyside Police, Cobalt Housing, and the Friends of Norris Green Park.
The group will take part in a nature walk and recycling drive alongside a large-scale litter pick to transform the local neighbourhood.
How to Get Involved and Make a Difference
The impact of the campaign is significant as last year, over 342,000 people took part nationwide, including more than 50 individual events held across Liverpool.
Research from Keep Britain Tidy indicates that 95% of participants felt their efforts made a tangible difference to their local environment.
Residents who cannot attend the Everton launch are encouraged to organise their own local picks or join existing community groups.
The Council is supporting these grassroots efforts by providing equipment and arranging for the collection of filled waste bags.
Anyone interested in hosting an event or joining a local team can contact keepliverpooltidy@liverpool.gov.uk for support and resources.
