£150,000 of suspected counterfeit goods seized during major enforcement operation

A recent coordinated enforcement operation on London Road has achieved notable outcomes, including the confiscation of counterfeit goods valued at around £150,000. This initiative, conducted last month, saw Liverpool City Council join forces with Merseyside Police in a focused day of action to confront various challenges impacting the locality.

The collaborative effort involved multiple council departments alongside police officers working together to combat environmental crimes, illegal trading activities, and anti-social behaviour. Their activities ranged from investigating incidents of fly-tipping and littering to carrying out checks on businesses, licensing, and environmental health. This comprehensive day of enforcement showcased a shared dedication to maintaining a clean, safe, and well-regulated urban environment.

Among the key successes was the seizure of counterfeit merchandise by Trading Standards from one business in the area. Such fake goods often fail to meet safety standards, posing potential hazards to consumers. Furthermore, the council’s Parking Services team issued 40 Penalty Charge Notices to vehicles that were parked unlawfully or in ways that might jeopardize pedestrians or other road users. The Licensing Team also conducted inspections on 28 licensed vehicles—including taxis and private hire cars—as well as various premises, taking necessary measures against non-compliance.

Additional outcomes included official warnings to businesses improperly managing their waste, investigations into multiple fly-tipping incidents with efforts to identify offenders, hygiene inspections at local premises, and police-led stop and searches targeting drug offences and anti-social behaviour. Councillor Harry Doyle, Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Culture, underlined the importance of such joint efforts, stating that the operation’s results “demonstrate our determination to protect consumers and legitimate local businesses,” while also contributing to a “cleaner, safer and better managed” area. Similarly, Liverpool city centre Neighbourhood Inspector Jack Woodward emphasized the value of these regular enforcement days in disrupting crime and encouraged the public to continue reporting suspicious activities to support ongoing efforts in keeping communities safe