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Event success
for Liverpool
2 of Liverpool's major
cultural events have scooped gold and silver prizes after fighting
off international competition at a prestigious award ceremony.
The City's Battle of the Atlantic (BOA) 70th Anniversary
commemorations took top spot in Eventex's Cultural Event of the Year
category, with the inaugural Liverpool International Music Festival
(LIMF) taking second place in the same category.
The 2 Liverpool 2013 events pipped a whole host of international
nominees to the title; including a free beach library in Bulgaria,
a fashion show in Belarus, and a drink promotion event which was
held simultaneously in London, Berlin and Amsterdam.
Assistant Mayor and cabinet member for culture and tourism,
Councillor Wendy Simon, said:- "We're delighted to take the
top two spots in such a prestigious category and receive the award
from an international organisation which recognises event
excellence.
The Battle of the Atlantic commemorations attracted more than
300,000 visitors to the city and for many the 4 days of activity
were a highlight of 2013.
LIMF was a brand new festival which saw 200,000 enjoy live music
across the city and was widely regarded as a massive success.
These were 2 very different events, but the knowledge and expertise
of the Culture Liverpool teams behind both of them meant the city
maintains its reputation for being one of the best cities when it
comes to hosting large-scale, outdoor events.
I'd like to say a huge congratulations to all those who worked so
hard on these 2 award winning events and I'm sure with our
impressive-looking 2014 programme, we should be in line for some
more accolades in the future!"
The Eventex awards honours industry professionals who produce
outstanding events which create value for communities and reflect
well on the 'events' community nationally.
All entries were assessed by judges from all over the world
including America, Germany, Italy, Australia, Norway and the UK.
They were on the look-out for talented and dedicated teams that
showcased creativity and professionalism.
What some of the judges said about BOA:-
James McGregor (Australia):- "The logistics involved in this
event, pre to post event were complicated and from the report given,
managed extremely well. A great number of visitors and media
coverage. An impressive production."
Teresa Matamoros (Mexico):- "It required a lot of
collaboration and involvement of different organizations and that
requires not only good event design, but work together and play
nice."
Milos Milovanovic (Serbia):- "Highly attended commemorative
event, incorporated with community participation programme, covering
civil as military aspect, with warships, salutation by Princess
Royal, overflight from historical aircraft, all the features that
make this anniversary stand out, combined with academic conference
and educational programme, live broadcast and substantial media
coverage, really do justifies my high vote."
David Benitez (Ecuador):- "I think the involvement of the
Liverpool community to share their message is interesting indeed."
What some of the judges said about LIMF:-
Milos Milovanovic (Serbia):-
"6 week long live music festival,
with over 150 000 visitors and 1000 performances, which on original
way combines musical heritage with innovation, getting already
existing festivals in UK to move their dates to come under LIMF
umbrella, with additional focus on the City's young talented people,
truly creates new music platform, and earns my highest vote."
David Benitez (Ecuador):- "Seems like a nicely organised music
festival with great international music indeed."
Trust Board on
the road in Southport
A NHS trust Board is on the
road again taking decision making closer to the community.
The directors of Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust will meet
in the first floor meeting room at the Salvation Army, Shakespeare
Street, Southport, PR8 5AJ, at 9am on Wednesday, 26 March 2014.
Graham Slee, acting-chair of the Board, said:- "We know more
and more people want to attend our board meetings. So, we are now
holding them at community venues where we can accommodate more
members of the public and bring the business of the Trust closer to
local people." The agenda will be available on the Trust website in advance of the
meeting. Supporting papers will be available on the day.
Members of the public are welcome to attend. Anyone with a special
requirement should contact the Trust in advance on:- 01704 704714. |
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Wishes come true
for young carers thanks to £500 donation by Church Square shoppers
YOUNGSTERS who help care
for ill or disabled relatives will be seeing their wishes come true,
thanks to piles of donations from Church Square Shopping Centre in
St Helens.
Coins and notes totalling almost £500 were dropped by shoppers into
the Wishing Well that was part of the centre's annual Christmas
decorations. Their generous donations are about to be put to good
use by St Helens Young Carers Centre, which supports youngsters aged
6 to 18.
The teenagers who make up the Young Carers steering committee headed
to Church Square collect the cash from Shopping Centre Manager
Steven Brogan. He said:- "I know that our shoppers are always
generous but I was very surprised just how much was dropped into the
Wishing Well this year; and I hope that everybody who donated will
appreciate the good cause we've selected. I am delighted that
we are able to pass this money on to these young unsung heroes, and
help make their wishes come true."
Among the ideas for the donations being considered by the group is
re-vamping the Young Carers Centre in Cotham Street, said committee
member Rachel Cathcart.
"The walls are a little bare; some of the ideas we've had are
getting street artists in to do graffiti art on the walls or a piece
of canvas artwork." said Rachel, who has been attending the
centre for a year.
The team is also looking at organising activities and weekend events
for the Young Carers, giving them a break from their extra family
duties they face, often helping to care for their mum or dad.
"At the centre we do all sorts of activities, from painting to
cookery and first aid training. The activities range from useful to
just relaxing, and it's good to meet other people the same age who
are going through the same as you," said Rachel.
The 17 year old from Parr is studying English and history A Levels
at Cowley 6th Form, and plans to go to university, after which
she'd like to become a history teacher. Along with her 14 year old
sister Courtney and their mum Juliet, 45, they help look after
stepdad Jon Cathcart, a former security guard
 "He has had anxiety and depression for
6 or 7 years, and doesn't often
leave the house. We help make sure he's all right, and that he's
taken his tablets," explained Rachel.
St Helens Young Carers Centre manager Lorraine Pennington said:-
"We aim to provide an environment in which youngsters who look
after relatives can receive the support they desperately need. Our
philosophy is that of promoting their health and wellbeing by
providing support, which enables them to cope better with their
caring role. We believe that no young carer should reach crisis
point before they get the support they need.
The Centre offers services such as practical and emotional support,
advice and information and activities; a place where they can meet
new friends and have fun with others in the same situation.
This donation by Church Square Shopping Centre will be put to very
good use. People have been very generous and we all really
appreciate it."
Church Square Shopping Centre, open daily, is home to a range of big
name stores; such as River Island, BHS, Boots and Superdrug; along
with independent retailers plus the busy St Mary's Market. Details
on what's happening at the centre at:-
churchsquaresthelens.co.uk.
* More details about the St Helens Young Carers service on:- 01744 677
279.
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