Liberal Democrat councillors are calling on Haringey Council to help local skate-boarding kids in Hornsey and Crouch End to find a safe place to skate-board in the area. The calls come following discussions with local skate-boarders, residents and conservation groups.

Crouch End Lib Dem Councillor, Dave Winskill was alerted to the issue by local residents who were concerned that skate-boarders were using public places such as Hornsey Town Hall forecourt which led to fears that the building could be damaged.

This week Cllr Winskill asked Haringey Council to investigate the possibility of creating a safe facility where kids could skateboard in the Crouch End area.

Cllr David Winskill comments:

“I have spoken to local residents, conservation groups and the kids themselves and it is clear that we need a safe and secure space set aside for them where they won’t interfere with other peoples amenities but can enjoy their skate-boarding.”

Cllr Lynne Featherstone adds:

“We should be encouraging activities that gets kids out of the house socialising and doing exercise. A space set aside for skate-boarding is something we will certainly continue to press for.”