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Playground Closures, Vandalism, Injuries, and Inspections
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I am requesting the following information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Please provide the data for the period from April 1st, 2023 to March 31st, 2024:
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.
