Town centre praised for ‘culture and vibrancy’
MEN on Sunday|October 02, 2022
Purple Flag award recognises excellence
GEORGE LYTHGOE
Town centre praised for ‘culture and vibrancy’

A TOWN centre has been hailed as a place of ‘vibrancy and culture’ after being awarded Purple Flag accreditation.

This recognises excellence in the evening and night-time economy in Wigan - a place that is diverse, vibrant, safe, attractive and welcoming.

During the full council meeting at Wigan Town Hall this week, Dane Anderton, lead member for district centres and the night-time economy, emphasised this success to the chamber and received rapturous applause from his peers.

He said: “The Purple Flag is a mark of confidence for our town centre.

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