The initial phase of the You're Safe Here scheme has been funded by the Police Commissioner, creating 1,000 training places for night-time economy staff ahead of the festive period. This will ensure that the victim will get the support they need but also helps to reinforce the importance of everyone’s role in helping to reduce hate crime going forwards.” “These training sessions give us the chance to provide licensees with information such as what constitutes a hate crime the importance of reporting it, and the best way to report it. “It has been so encouraging to see the large range of venues that have voluntarily signed up to the scheme so far, it really demonstrates the shared enthusiasm for making sure visitors safely enjoy the vibrant nightlife that the city centre has to offer. “We talk a lot about partnership working and this initiative led by LCR Pride Foundation is a great example of how our force is working with communities to make Merseyside a safer place for all those that live, work or visit the city centre However, we recognise there is still more work to be done to ensure every member of our community feels safe and secure. The first list of qualified venues includes 92 Degrees Coffee on Hardman Street, Coyote Ugly on Bold Street and many more further afield.Ĭhief constable of Merseyside Police Serena Kennedy said: “There is no place for hate in our city and this year we have made real progression as highlighted in a recent survey led by ( Feb 2021 ), where Liverpool was voted the safest city in the UK.
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READ MORE: Liverpool doorman 'asked for Angela' by women in city centre barĪ range of bars, cafes and hotels in Liverpool are now well-equipped with knowledge of how to respond to an extensive range of scenarios, including recognising hate crimes and incidents relating to gender and sexuality, race, disability and more, supporting victims and how to report hate crimes, as well as awareness of sexual violence, unsafe drinking, grooming and student safety.
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The first wave of accredited venues will display You're Safe Here signage in their windows after receiving special training from LCR Pride Foundation in collaboration with Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell, Merseyside Police, Stop Hate UK, Liverpool Nightlife CIC and other city partners. The 'You're Safe Here' mark, developed by LCR Pride Foundation in response to a spate of hate crimes against the LGBT+ community, ensures venue staff will know how to react if a person is the victim of a crime or is vulnerable and needs support. Fifty-three venues across Liverpool are now certified 'safe spaces' as part of new efforts to tackle hate crime in the city.
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