Joe Anderson hits out at campaigners against 22-storey block who fear city could lose Unesco world heritage statusThe mayor of Liverpool has dismissed the concerns of “luddite” campaigners who warned a recent development could cost the city its Unesco world heritage status,claiming a “certificate on the wall” did microscopic to boost the area’s prospects.
The city has been on a list of “at risk” sites that could have their world heritage status removed by Unesco since 2012, with the organisation citing concerns over a string of recent developments in the city’s centre. Related: In Liverpool, and 840 families risk losing their homes because of benefits cuts Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com