1. Install lighting from the Galliard Road entrance to the Bridlington Road entrance of Jubilee Park to ensure the safety and security of all park users. This includes children, dog walkers, runners, commuters, and all those who use the park as a convenient and essential passageway between these two areas.
2. Address concerns regarding crime and safety that arise from inadequate lighting. Poorly lit areas foster an environment where unsavoury characters can hide, creating a heightened sense of unease and potential danger for those who traverse the park, especially during the early mornings and evenings.
3. Consider the impact of inadequate lighting on vulnerable community members: young people, families, and the elderly all face increased risks without proper illumination. Parents with children, individuals walking alone, and those exercising in the park feel disproportionately affected by the lack of visibility, which discourages park use and diminishes the park’s value as a safe community space.
4. Foster a community environment that prioritizes safety and encourages active park use: Adequate lighting will contribute to a feeling of security and make the park a more welcoming environment for all, deterring crime and providing a reliable, safe passageway that is essential for many.
Issues at Hand:
- Increased Risk of Crime: Lack of lighting in Jubilee Park makes it an attractive spot for criminal activities, posing a threat to all who use the park at night. Installing lighting will help to deter crime and improve safety for park visitors.
- Feeling of Insecurity: Darkness in the park leads to a pervasive feeling of fear and discomfort among park users, particularly women, children, and those walking alone. Safety lighting will provide a sense of security, enabling the community to confidently use the park during all hours.
- Impact on Community Health and Activity: Without proper lighting, the park is avoided during early and late hours, discouraging exercise, dog walking, and community interaction. As a valuable green space in Enfield, Jubilee Park should be accessible and safe for all.
- Enhanced Safety for Commuters: For many residents, Jubilee Park serves as a route between Galliard Road and Bridlington Road. Lighting is necessary for safe transit, allowing residents to move between these areas without fear, particularly during winter months when daylight hours are limited.
This petition is submitted on behalf of all community members who use Jubilee Park, including children, families, commuters, runners, and dog walkers, all of whom deserve a safe, well-lit environment. Lighting installation will help make Jubilee Park a safer and more welcoming space, promoting a vibrant community and safeguarding everyone who relies on the park for transit and recreation.
We urge Enfield Council to prioritise the safety and security of its residents by installing proper lighting in Jubilee Park.
This Petition ran from 03/11/2024 to 03/12/2024 and has now finished.
22 people signed this Petition.