TWO prestigious Liverpool buildings were rewarded for their part in the fight for a smoke-free Liverpool yesterday.
The Beatles Museum at the Albert Dock and the city's signature Royal Liver Building were awarded National Clean Air Awards by SmokeFree Liverpool.
The Beatles Story manager Louise Collier said: "All four Beatles were smokers although George and Paul did quit on health grounds during their solo careers, while The Cavern was renowned for its poor ventilation and overcrowding.
"But times have changed and we are only too delighted to support Liverpool's smoke-free campaign."
Royal Liver Assurance occupies a third of the offices within the iconic building that forms a focal point for the city's skyline.
Company health and safety workers Paula Tidmarsh and Sue Gill spent nine months negotiating their smoke-free policy at the Liver Building. Ms Tidmarsh said: "We found a lack of enthusiasm at first but once the benefits of a smoke-free environment became clear to see, everyone quickly came on board."
Other recipients of the awards were Liverpool's The Courtyard Restaurant on Dale Street, and JR's Bar and Grill on Great Charlotte Street.
All were awarded for their commitment to providing smoke free environments.
