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Crime & Safety · BarnetGhana Party in the Park cancelled after fire triggers crowd surge at Copthall Playing Fields
A small fire at the Ghana Party in the Park festival in Barnet led to temporary gate closures, followed by a crowd surge when they reopened. Emergency services treated 23 people, with three hospitalised. The event was cancelled early on safety advice.
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Council & Politics · BarnetGhana Party in the Park closed early after overcrowding injures attendees in Barnet
More than 8,000 attendees were at the annual Ghana Party in the Park festival when overcrowding at the entrance led to injuries. Emergency services, including two air ambulances, responded. Organisers and Barnet Council confirmed the early closure, citing health and safety concerns.
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