Sunseekers warned over beach behaviour
PEOPLE HEADING to a scenic moorland spot in hot weather following some easing of lockdown restrictions have been warned to be careful or face action.
The number of people who went to Gaddings Dam on the south Pennine hills above Todmorden on one of the hottest days of the year last week caused a storm on social media as some cars parked on double yellow lines, put in place by Calderdale Council in response to problems in previous years. Poor parking on the country road causes problems for larger vehicles such as buses or emergency vehicles.
Serious concerns were also expressed about social distancing being possible on the small beach next to the dam, with the corinavirus crisis ongoing.
Todmorden ward councillor and cabinet member for public services and communities, Coun Susan Press (Lab) said action was, and will be, taken if either parking restrictions or lockdown restrictions brought in because of the Covid-19 pandemic are breached.
“We will not tolerate the breaking of social distancing or parking rules, as it puts people’s safety at risk. Our community safety wardens and civil enforcement officers are patrolling throughout Calderdale.
“They have issued and will continue to issue fines where people are parking irresponsibly.
“Wardens continue to engage with people to help them understand the lockdown rules.
“If people do not comply, officers will advise and warn if necessary, and legal action may be pursued where there is no other option,” she said.
Coun Press said lockdown and social distancing rules are still in place to limit the spread of Covid-19, which will be present for some time.
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