The city council has removed fencing blocking off an area previously used by rough sleepers as they say there is no longer any cause for concern.
As previously reported, a more permanent fence was installed to block off an area often used as a homeless camp in Lincoln.
The City of Lincoln Council cleared out and blocked off the stairs under the Wigford Way bridge to deter rough sleepers and anti social behaviour.
Blankets, sleeping bags and other belongings were cleaned out from the area.
Fencing has been put up to block the area off. Photo: Connor Creaghan for The Lincolnite
The intervention team also visited the site and attempted to engage with the people based there before it was closed off.
The council has since removed the fencing saying the majority of individuals using the area are now getting support and rehabilitation. The council will continue to monitor the area.
People were often spotted sleeping rough under the stairs. Photo: Tracie Aveling
Director of Communities and Environment at City of Lincoln Council Simon Walters said: “The safety of people in the centre of Lincoln is a priority for the city council.
“When we installed the fencing around the Wigford Way steps it was intended to be a temporary solution to antisocial behaviour in that part of the city.
The city council said there is no longer any cause for concern. Photo: Joseph Verney for The Lincolnite
“We are pleased to say that the majority of individuals who used the area are now engaging in support and rehabilitation.
“As they do not currently cause us concern we have decided to remove the fencing and monitor the area.
“We would like to reassure people that will take swift action against any future instances of antisocial behaviour.”
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Roy Chubby Brown, a comedy character created by Royston Vasey, has been booked for a show at the New Theatre Royal on Saturday, September 17.
The show is unsurprisingly 18+ given the close-to-the-bone nature of Roy Chubby Brown’s comedy – which has seen him adopt a public villain figure in more recent years.
There is a clear warning on the ticket link for this show, stating: “If easily offended… please stay away!” You can buy tickets from the New Theatre Royal website – costing £26 for stall seats.
A series of scheduled shows around the country for the comedy character were cancelled earlier this year after complaints to the venues and local authorities about his material.
Roy Chubby Brown’s comedy has always held a disdain for political correctness, as he tackles tough societal issues in a way that has made him as loved as he is loathed.
The return of Spalding’s renowned flower parade could make the town known “nationally and internationally” once again.
The long-awaited event is set to make a return in May 2023 after a gap of ten years.
It was held for 1959 to 2013 to celebrate the tulips grown around South Holland, and is being revived by volunteer Stephen Timewell.
It will see parade of flower-covered floats through the town centre once again, and could include marching bands, vintage cars and a craft fair.
Councillors hope that the event will help the South Holland town’s reputation to bloom.
At a recent meeting of the Spalding Town Forum, Councillor Gary Taylor said: “Well done and congratulations to the organisers for getting us to this stage in only a few months.
“Many of us were aware of Spalding’s flower parade which put it on the map for something very positive nationally and sometimes internationally. It’s an opportunity for that to come back.
“We have support from residents, businesses, communities and councils.
“It’s coming home, it’s different, it’s fresh and it’s modern.”
Spalding is gearing up for the retune of the parade | Photo: Adobe Stock
Councillor Taylor, the South Holland cabinet member for communities, added that productive meetings had been held between the Cabinet and organisers, and they were happy with the progress.
“We want to make it clear to Steven and his colleagues that we’re supporting him, and are here with any guidance or advice if he needs,” he said.
The town forum agreed to withdraw £10,000 from the Spalding Special Expenses Reserve to contribute their own float to the parade.
The date has been set for Saturday, May 6, and the theme is Spalding through the decades.
The organisers have posted online: “So far, the community support has been incredible which makes this event even more special. We have proved that people want it back.”
They said that the offers of help have been “astonishing”.
Follow updates on the flower parade through the Facebook page or its website, which includes ways to support it.
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