Lambeth's parks could be used for more concerts to gain revenue

12:55pm Monday 14th February 2011

Parks and green spaces in Lambeth may be hosting more public events under plans to raise funds for council services.
Previously there have been limits on the number of events that could be held on Clapham and Streatham Commons and Brockwell and Kennington Parks.
The restrictions on the number of events were removed at a Cabinet meeting last year The council claimed an extra £1.25m a year could be raised.
Lambeth's cabinet member for culture, sport and the 2012 Games, Councillor Florence Nosegbe, said: "Lambeth has some of South London's best green spaces and they are a great resource for people who live and work here.
"Our parks already host a number of great events, from small community shows to larger events like the Lambeth Country Show in Brockwell Park, and SW4 on Clapham Common.
"These types of events are always popular and help to attract visitors and money to the area and local economy.
"We won't be holding events every weekend by any stretch of the imagination and people will still be able to use their local park when there is an event being held. It is about finding the right balance.
"Around 600,000 people enjoy a range of events organised or facilitated by the council's events team within our parks and open spaces every year. I am keen to ensure that future decisions concerning further events in parks and open spaces take proper account of the need to protect, and where possible enhance those spaces."

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