Parks play a vital role in the life and health of a community. They are open and accessible spaces for exercising, socialising, holding events and getting back in touch with nature - which is known to help with mental health.
Park Rangers have been instrumental in the maintenance of public parks, dealing with anti-social behaviour, out-of-hours access to buildings, and car parks. Birmingham City Council is now removing the Park Ranger service as part of a programme of cuts by the Labour Administration. Let us know below if you're happy with the state of your local park.