Article 3XVGZ London's parks accused of 'creeping privatisation' of public spaces

London's parks accused of 'creeping privatisation' of public spaces

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Elle Hunt
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Proliferation of music festivals and other events across capital's green spaces means disruption and restrictions to access for residents

Access to parks across London is being increasingly restricted by corporate events such as music festivals, a researcher has found, linking it to "creeping privatisation" of public space.

Findings presented at the Royal Geographical Society's annual conference on Friday show that, more than ever before, London parks are being rented out to private companies as councils seek to boost revenue to fund key services.

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