Residents in Ealing are protesting against the construction of drainage ponds in local parks, particularly in Lammas Park, claiming they pose serious safety and health risks. The ponds, designed for sustainable urban drainage to prevent flooding, have been criticized for their proximity to children's play areas. Zoe Dobson initiated a petition that garnered almost 1,000 signatures expressing that concerns about sewage risk and safety have been ignored. Ealing Council claims they paused the project in response to local feedback and emphasize safety measures, including fencing around the drains.
It's insane to have this in a public park, meters away from a children's playground. I'd love for the council to take note, and at least acknowledge people's concerns.
The local authority says it paused work in the park following local feedback. They argue the project has been designed with safety made paramount, including a fence around the basins.
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