A Hampshire couple successfully sued their county council over footballs repeatedly landing in their garden, with the high court ruling it a nuisance. The Bakhatys reported one ball every other day, affecting their use of their pool and canceling summer parties due to noise. While awarded £1,000 damages, the judge cautioned that their perspective on the situation was overly dramatic. Despite their frustrations, he chose not to prevent use of the nearby school's play area, indicating the need for balance between community facilities and individual rights.
While the judge ruled that the frequent footballs constituted a nuisance, he also expressed that the couple's perspective on the situation was exaggerated.
The Bakhatys claimed that the noise and footballs from the nearby school hindered their enjoyment of their home, leading them to take legal action.
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