Alan Smith

Essential works to futureproof city gem

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A cherry picker enables work to be carreid out on the Great Hall ceiling

One of the grandest ceilings in the country is getting some much-needed TLC to futureproof its heritage for residents and visitors. For the first time in more than 70 years, the ceiling in Liverpool’s St George’s Hall’s Great Hall is being lovingly restored by a team of specialists. They are scouring every inch of the … Read more

BLOG: “You may take our status, but you will never take our buildings”

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The facade of St George's Hall

Liverpool’s City Halls manager, Alan Smith, questions the decision to strip Liverpool of its UNESCO World Heritage Site status – after all, the city is brimming with an enviable amount of incredible architecture and heritage. Liverpool was granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2004, the city joined a select group of world sites, recognised … Read more