Build a fence around Haxby's Ethel Ward playing fields
The Issue
Since the arrival of travellers on Ethel Ward Playing Fields in Haxby, several properties have been damaged. Residents have been faced with people climbing over fences, property being stolen, dogs running loose and people using the playing fields and playground as a toilet. Disruption goes on late into the night and we are left with litter everywhere. Police have attended on several occasions, highlighting the severity of the situation. Whilst we empathise that the travellers need to be based somewhere, Ethel Ward is not an appropriate base.
Ethel Ward Playing Fields is a cherished community space meant for families and children to play safely and enjoy outdoor activities. However, the lack of a proper boundary has led to numerous disturbances affecting our community's safety and peace. The continued unauthorized encampments have only exacerbated these issues, making our neighborhood feel unsafe and unwelcoming.
We believe that building a secure fence around the Ethel Ward Playing Fields is a necessary step to protect this valuable community space. A fence would act as a deterrent to unauthorized access and provide a clear boundary, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all local residents, especially young families and children who frequent this area.
Statistics show that community spaces with defined boundaries are less prone to vandalism and unauthorized use. For instance, a similar fencing initiative in a nearby area reported a 70% decrease in illegal activities within just a few months. The positive impact of a simple infrastructure change like building a fence cannot be overstated.
This is not just an investment in the Ethel Ward Playing Fields; it is an investment in our community's future. This proactive measure will help restore peace, security, and the intended purpose of this communal area.
We urge the local council and community leaders to prioritize this issue and allocate funds towards the construction of a fence around the Ethel Ward Playing Fields. Our community deserves to have its shared spaces respected and protected.
Join us in calling for immediate action. Sign the petition to support the building of a fence around Ethel Ward Playing Fields, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable environment for everyone in Haxby.
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The Issue
Since the arrival of travellers on Ethel Ward Playing Fields in Haxby, several properties have been damaged. Residents have been faced with people climbing over fences, property being stolen, dogs running loose and people using the playing fields and playground as a toilet. Disruption goes on late into the night and we are left with litter everywhere. Police have attended on several occasions, highlighting the severity of the situation. Whilst we empathise that the travellers need to be based somewhere, Ethel Ward is not an appropriate base.
Ethel Ward Playing Fields is a cherished community space meant for families and children to play safely and enjoy outdoor activities. However, the lack of a proper boundary has led to numerous disturbances affecting our community's safety and peace. The continued unauthorized encampments have only exacerbated these issues, making our neighborhood feel unsafe and unwelcoming.
We believe that building a secure fence around the Ethel Ward Playing Fields is a necessary step to protect this valuable community space. A fence would act as a deterrent to unauthorized access and provide a clear boundary, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all local residents, especially young families and children who frequent this area.
Statistics show that community spaces with defined boundaries are less prone to vandalism and unauthorized use. For instance, a similar fencing initiative in a nearby area reported a 70% decrease in illegal activities within just a few months. The positive impact of a simple infrastructure change like building a fence cannot be overstated.
This is not just an investment in the Ethel Ward Playing Fields; it is an investment in our community's future. This proactive measure will help restore peace, security, and the intended purpose of this communal area.
We urge the local council and community leaders to prioritize this issue and allocate funds towards the construction of a fence around the Ethel Ward Playing Fields. Our community deserves to have its shared spaces respected and protected.
Join us in calling for immediate action. Sign the petition to support the building of a fence around Ethel Ward Playing Fields, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable environment for everyone in Haxby.
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Petition created on 30 June 2026