Learn English with the News – Liverpool Loses UNESCO World Heritage Status

The prestigious status of UNESCO World Heritage Status has been revoked for the city of Liverpool, a likely devastating decision for the city’s tourism. The city’s innovative and modern vision towards the future has been the prime factor for losing the title, however some citizens are suspicious about what has happened, and would prefer a reevaluation.

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“Liverpool, a port city in northwest England, has lost its UNESCO World Heritage status. A global committee decided that new developments in the city have taken a significant toll on the city’s history. Many people know that Liverpool is famous for the Beatles and its two world-renowned football teams.
It was first added to the World Heritage list in 2004. This status is awarded to major tourist destinations, like Machu Picchu in Peru, the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt and the Acropolis in Greece.
The UNESCO committee said that new developments like Liverpool Waters and new football stadium were “detrimental to the site’s authenticity and integrity.”
The local population is concerned because the project is important for creating new jobs.
Joanne Anderson, mayor of Liverpool, says that she is “hugely disappointed and concerned.” The mayor claims that UNESCO has not fully evaluated the city in a decade. She remains committed to maintaining and improving the city’s buildings.
UNESCO says that being removed from the World Heritage List is a loss for the international community and shared values of the World Heritage Convention.“