FI15358

Request

1. Playground Closures: The number of playgrounds permanently closed.
2. New Playgrounds: The number of new playgrounds opened.
3. Reports of Vandalism: The total number of vandalism reports in playgrounds.  If available, provide details of the types of vandalism reported (e.g., graffiti, damage to equipment).
4. Number of Injuries in Play Parks: The total number of injuries reported in playgrounds, broken down by type of injury. If available, a breakdown of injuries by specific equipment (e.g., swings, slides, climbing frames).
5. Inspection Frequency: The frequency with which playgrounds are inspected by the council.

Response

1. Zero.
2. Zero.
3. The Council does not hold any recorded information for this period.
4. One – ankle fracture following a trip at the edge of an area of impact absorbent surface to a piece of play equipment.
5. Weekly by Council staff.  An external contractor, on behalf of the Council, also carry out inspections either twice a year, five times a year or 7 times a year, depending on the play area.  In addition, the Council’s insurance company carry out an annual inspection.

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