Knife Angel Civic Launch at Birkenhead Park

The Knife Angel Civic Launch at Birkenhead Park. The sculpture, made from over 100,000 seized blades, was specifically created to highlight the negative effects of violent behaviour whilst solidifying our critical need for social change. Not only does the Angel act as a catalyst for turning the tide on violent and aggressive behaviour, but it is also acts as a beautiful memorial designed to celebrate those lives who have been lost through these violent and thoughtless actions. This year for a few weeks, the monument is located outside the grand entrance of Birkenhead Park. The launch included speeches from the Mayor of Wirral, the chair of the British Ironworks, the Police and Crime Commisioner amongst others. Pupils from a local school also performed and a specially commissioned piece called "The Knife" was performed.