Suspected counterfeit goods worth around £150,000 have been seized from a shop on London Road, near Liverpool city centre, during a joint enforcement operation by Liverpool Council and Merseyside Police.
Wider Day of Action
The operation also targeted problem drivers, with 40 penalty charge notices (PCNs) issued on the day for vehicles parked illegally or in a way that could endanger other road users such as pedestrians. Licensing teams checked 28 licensed vehicles, including taxis and private hire cars, along with a number of premises, and appropriate action was taken against those found to be breaking the rules.
From investigating fly-tipping and littering to carrying out business, licensing and environmental health checks, the day of action delivered results across several areas and reinforced a shared commitment to keeping the city clean, safe and well-managed. Counterfeit goods may not comply with safety standards, creating risks for consumers.
Other Enforcement Results
Other results included official notices issued to businesses not managing their waste correctly, multiple fly-tipping sites investigated to track down offenders, premises inspected to ensure they were following hygiene standards, and a number of stop and searches for drug and anti-social behaviour offences by the police.
Liverpool city centre Neighbourhood Inspector Jack Woodward said: “This day of action formed part of our ongoing work in the city centre particularly around the London Road area aimed at disrupting criminal activity and being a visible presence to deter antisocial behaviour and criminality.
“Regular joint enforcement days like this are proven to make a difference.
“By continuing to work closely with our partner agencies, we can take coordinated action against illegal activity and help ensure our communities across Merseyside remain safe and protected. The information and reports we receive from the public play a vital role in helping us take action.
“I would encourage anyone with information about criminal activity in their area to continue sharing it with us so we can keep disrupting crime and making our communities safer.”
Protecting Consumers and Businesses
Councillor Harry Doyle, Liverpool Council cabinet member for health, wellbeing and culture, added: “We regularly work closely with our partners to tackle issues affecting communities, and this operation shows just why this approach is important.
“The seizure of such a significant quantity of suspected counterfeit goods is an excellent result and demonstrates our determination to protect consumers and legitimate local businesses.
“It was just one part of a much wider operation, which also saw action taken against a number of different fronts, helping to make the area cleaner, safer and better managed for everyone.”
