Liverpool City Council has decided to waive road closure fees for residents who wish to organize street parties in celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day between Thursday 8 May and Sunday 11 May. The Government is actively encouraging communities across the country to partake in street or home festivities, complete with flags, bunting, games, fancy dress, music, and dancing. Residents interested in hosting a street party simply need to meet some basic criteria outlined by the Council.
To ensure the smooth planning of street parties, the Council is requesting organizers to complete a special online form to kickstart the process of obtaining the necessary permissions. The usual charge for road closures, which amounts to around £3,000, will be waived for the VE Day events. Additionally, road closure signage and traffic management cones will be provided by the Council to be placed in and around the designated area. However, it is important to note that major roads and key bus routes cannot be closed for such events.
Residents interested in holding a street party are required to arrange for public liability insurance worth up to £1 million, with the event being organized and funded by the applicant in a residential road. The majority of residents in the street must agree to the event, and a Temporary Events Notice is obligatory if alcohol is to be sold. Those looking to express their interest in hosting a party must complete an online form on the council’s street party page by the deadline of Wednesday 30 April. Additional information can be found on the council’s official website.
In Liverpool, several events have been scheduled to commemorate VE Day, including Beating Retreat on Castle Street, Let the Nation’s Bells Ring Loud, and beacon lighting on Exchange Flags. Efforts to make it easier for communities to observe and celebrate this historic milestone have been accentuated by various initiatives throughout the week. VE Day 80 serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during World War II and the resilience and unity that have continued to define the country to this day
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