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31 years later, Liverpool boycott of The Sun still on

Nearly every taxi has the words “Do not buy The Sun” inscribed on the side in place of an advert.

Thirty-one years on, The Sun is yet to liberate itself in Liverpool, UK.

On getting to Liverpool, one is welcomed by taxis eager to capitalise on confused travellers. Nearly every taxi has the words “Do not buy The Sun” inscribed on the side in place of an advert.

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