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Slieve Gullion Councillor Mickey Larkin has welcomed the quick response by Council to concerns raised by him relating to play parks at Forkhill and Jonesborough.
"Residents contacted myself with concerns about both play parks. Grass had not been cut and the bins within them were overflowing with litter. The reopening of these play parks has lead to an increase in use by the community following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
"Parents in Jonesborough also raised concerns about the ability of dogs to access the park while children were at play.
Cllr Larkin contacted Council officers and requested immediate action to rectify the situation and said "Council staff were on site the following morning, grass cutting, emptying bins and lifting litter.
"This prompt action has been welcomed by both residents and myself. The Council has also inspected the fencing surrounding Jonesborough play park to identify how dogs are gaining access. I expect a solution to this problem to be found shortly."
