Merseyside Police support for Liverpool FC Victory parade on Bank Holiday Monday - 26 May

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Merseyside Police will be providing support to the organisers of the Liverpool FC victory parade on Monday 26 May, when the team will parade through the streets of Liverpool.

A major policing operation has been put in place to support event organisers, Liverpool City Council, and their stewards to ensure members of the public can enjoy the parade safely. 

As would be normal with an operation of this size we will constantly be assessing the situation and using all the resources at our command including experienced officers, drones, a National Police Air Service helicopter, shared radio systems and the city's CCTV network.

The parade will start at Allerton Maze at approximately 2.30pm and will run for 10 miles to The Strand.

Road closures will be in place to allow the parade to take place safely and the public is advised to either view the parade as close to home as possible, walk or take advantage of public transport. Supporters are also being advised to line the whole route to avoid crowding in busy areas.

Chief Inspector Chris Barnes, who is silver commander for the parade, said: “There will be a large number of police officers on the streets along the whole parade route who will be providing a reassuring presence and making sure fans can enjoy the parade safely. 

“It is going to be a very busy event so we would urge parents and guardians to keep a close eye on children and young people and ensure personal belongings including wallets, handbags and mobile phones are not on display or left unattended.

“Road closures will be put in place by Liverpool City Council, which will ultimately cause some disruption to other local traffic and public transport routes but the hope is that disruption is kept to a minimum and we would encourage everyone to line the whole parade route or to give themselves extra time to travel on public transport.

“We want the parade to be memorable for the right reasons which is why we joined together with Liverpool Football Club, Liverpool City Council and Alder Hey Hospital to highlight how dangerous pyrotechnics can be, particularly to children and those who suffer respiratory problems.

"While recognising that some supporters feel they can add to the atmosphere of the occasion, this is a real concern and we fully support the club and our partners in working to eradicate this dangerous and reckless practice and would ask that supporters work with us, not only at the victory parade but at the final LFC game of the season at Anfield on Sunday 25 May.

“It’s also worth remembering that the parade will have its own professionally organised special effects, including confetti canons and fireworks, which will be adding to the fantastic atmosphere on the day in a safe and controlled manner.”

There will be a temporary restricted airspace over part of the LFC Victory Parade route. This restriction will take place from 9am to 10pm on Monday 26 May. 
Drone users flying inside the Restricted Airspace that have not been granted permission will be committing an offence and could be prosecuted as well as having their equipment seized and confiscated. Full details of the restrictions are available on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website. Drone pilots are also encouraged to check other sources of information such as NOTAM Info and Drone Safety Map, before flying.

To help ensure that people going to the parade have a good day we are also issuing the following, easy to remember, crime prevention measures, which can be used by people to avoid becoming a victim of crime during the celebrations.

  • Make sure your purse/wallet/mobile is not on display and that you don't leave your handbag unattended

  • When in crowded places be aware of who is around you and where your purse or wallet is

  • Don't carry large quantities of cash 

  • Take care of your mobile phone and be aware of those who are around you when you use it

  • Don't get involved in arguments - just walk away

  • Be responsible for your belongings and ensure if you have a bag that you don't leave it unattended

For more information about the parade including details of the parade route map go to: Liverpool Football Parade 2025 FAQ's - Culture Liverpool

For travel information and updates on the day of the parade go to: https://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/customer-information/lfc-parade/