Former Channel 4 broadcaster and resident, Jon Snow, told the BBC he believed installing gates was 'thoroughly invasive' and 'completely unnecessary'.
Royal Parks found in a public consultation that over 50% of respondents said they wanted the park locked at least three nights a week.Former Channel 4 broadcaster and resident, Jon Snow, told the BBC he believed the problem was being over-exaggerated and that gates were "completely unnecessary".
"There is no reason why Royal Parks should spend the very little money they have on shutting the park.Other residents including Adam Donneky say it's right for the park to be closed at night over the weekend as it is "key to combatting antisocial behaviour"."I've seen people using my front garden as a toilet, drug use in the park, and nearby shops experiencing theft and vandalism," he said.
According to the Primrose Hill Community Association, antisocial behaviour in the park at night has been increasing since the first Covid lockdown in 2020. Those advocating for permanent gates say the current ones have been broken down and vandalised several times.Concerned residents have shared pictures on social media of the temporary gates vandalised
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