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The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) has expressed concerns over the potential cancellation of a series of music festivals set to take place in Lambeth’s Brockwell Park this summer. The events, which include Mighty Hoopla, Cross The Tracks, and Wide Awake, are scheduled from 23 May to 8 June. However, a resident named Rebekah Shaman recently won a High Court challenge against the use of the site for these events, citing the lack of proper planning permission granted by the council.
According to Michael Kill, the chief executive of NTIA, the cancellation of these festivals would have a profound impact on thousands of people who rely on the summer season for their livelihoods. From staging and lighting companies to local vendors, the entire supply chain associated with these events would suffer significant financial losses. Moreover, the local economy, which experiences a boost in business during the festivals, would also be negatively affected.
The Protect Brockwell Park campaign group has called for the events to be called off following the judgment that found Brockwell Live event lacked the necessary planning permission. Solicitors representing the group have demanded that the park be cleared of infrastructure and fencing immediately. The legal battle surrounding the use of the park for these events focused on planning laws restricting the park’s use for more than 28 days without additional consent.
Rebekah Shaman, the resident who initiated the legal challenge, emphasized the importance of protecting the park for future generations. While she expressed a desire for events to continue at a reduced level and with more community involvement, she highlighted the need for greater engagement from Lambeth Council. The judgment, which was deemed “irrational” by Mr. Justice Mould, prevents the festival organizers from using the park for the additional days without proper planning consent
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