Liverpool Mother Removes Halloween Decorations After Complaint

Caroline Ashley, a mother from Liverpool, was compelled to remove Halloween decorations featuring life-sized inflatable body bags after a neighbour complained they were 'triggering'. A Liverpool City Council worker visited her home following the complaint, stating that the decorations, which were hung from a tree on council-owned land, had to be taken down. Although Ashley's children were not scared of the display, she agreed to comply with the council's request to avoid offending anyone. The following day, the council worker returned to ensure the decorations were removed, which Ashley had since stored in her garage. Ashley shared her experience in a Facebook group, where opinions were divided; while many praised her creativity, some expressed concern about the appropriateness of such decorations. This incident has sparked a broader conversation about Halloween decorations and community sensitivities.