LIVERPOOL must continue to stage “blockbuster” events to help cement the city’s position as a European cultural capital, according to an internal council panel.
The recommendation is one of 11 conclusions that are aimed at ensuring a vibrant and positive legacy comes from the city’s year as European Capital of Culture.
The Cultural Legacy scrutiny panel also calls for a review of tourism and marketing plans for the city region to ensure the city capitalises on 08, and better working between cultural partners.
“Blockbuster” events, like the La Machine spider, were the huge unifying moments during the city’s flagship year, attracting worldwide attention at the same time.
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