#local-concerns

#local-concerns

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Neighbours expressed significant concerns about potential lawlessness during the festival, highlighting issues like drug use and public disturbances observed during past events.

Even if they are drinking more expensive cocktails, that's just as able to get them drunk and unruly and shouting and vomiting on my doorstep as a cheap beer.