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The entrance to Liverpool’s Central Station has been daubed with X-RATED graffiti - as part of a campaign to encourage people to “live vegan”.

The Vegan Chalk Challenge was founded by American man James DeAlto as a way to spread the vegan message.

Slogans such as “If you love animals, why eat them?” have been scrawled across the walls near the entrance of the station, accompanied by hearts and peace symbols.

However, some of the messages are x-rated, prompting criticism that they could be counterproductive.

ECHO readers have had their say.

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Claire Lack criticised one offensive message, saying: “How many kids walk through there on a daily basis?”

Others were more unhappy about being ‘told’ what to do.

Andrew Brown said: “I take no issue with people being vegans or vegetarian, but why are they unable to allow me my meat?”

Katy Hibbert said: “I’m sick of certain vegans feeling like they are better than meat eaters or even veggies! That’s their life choice and this is mine as a meat eater. Both are fine and both should be respected! Stop preaching at me!”

Ste Croft said: “Live and let live, sick of people telling others how to live their lives.”

Some said they love animals but won’t be going vegan any time soon.

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Alicia Johnson said: “I love animals but I couldn’t stop eating meat. Even if I did, it’s still going to be there for purchase, so I wouldn’t be saving any animals.”

James Wynn said: “I love animals but I 100% think if they had the chance they’d eat me and everyone I’ve ever cared about”

Paul Wishart said: “A life without steak is a life not worth living.”

Rob Walker said: “Each to their own, but I love bacon too much”

Others agreed with the messages and said they could help promote the cause.

Hari Miller said: “A worthy and principled message scrawled in easily removable chalks. It’s as if 15 year old me has transported through time and space.”

Merseyrail has been approached for comment.

What do you think? Tell us in the comments below or email kate.lally@trinitymirror.com.