‘Our nights in Bristol are disturbed and plagued by loud music from illegal raves'

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A new petition has been started calling for new measures to be implemented to curb illegal raves and noise pollution in Bristol.

The Change.org petition says loud music under Brunel Way in Ashton is disrupting the lives of hundreds of families.

“As residents of South Bristol, from Bower Ashton to Hotwells, we have repeatedly found ourselves victims of persistent noise pollution,” Stacey Langdale, who started the petition, wrote.

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“Our nights are disturbed, and sometimes, days too, plagued by loud music from ravers congregated under Brunel Way.

“This disrupts the lives of hundreds of families, including young children, who should be entitled to peace and quiet in their homes.”

The petition is calling for the installation of noise-reducing barriers under Brunel WayThe petition is calling for the installation of noise-reducing barriers under Brunel Way
The petition is calling for the installation of noise-reducing barriers under Brunel Way | Change.org

She added: “Illegal raves not only disrupt the peace but also pose safety risks and violate public health regulations.

“Data from the Environmental Protection Agency states that consistent exposure to high decibel sounds can harm both physical and mental health.

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“Considering these challenges, it is urgent that steps be taken to address this concern.”

The petition is urging the council and local law enforcement to “promptly put in place mechanisms that will effectively deter these disruptive gatherings”.

It says this includes increased patrols in the area, harsher penalties for offenders and the installation of noise-reducing barriers under Brunel Way.

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Stacey concluded: “Let's preserve the tranquillity of our neighbourhoods and secure a safer, more peaceful South Bristol for all residents.”

A Bristol City Council spokesperson said: “The council encourages residents to get involved in local democracy and recognises that petitions are one way for people can let us know their concerns.

“Petitions can be submitted to Full Council for a response and, until that point, we are unable to comment further.”

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