Protest against tipping on Mitcham Common
| Partial / Incomplete Date | c.June 1954 |
|---|---|
| Area | Mitcham |
| Copyright 1 | Mitcham News and Mercury |
| Picture Reference | Mit_Parks_Open_Spaces_1-24 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Notes / History | During the 1950's and'60's a long, protracted battle was waged between local residents and the authories governing the use of the Common. This followed the decision to allocate part of the land as a waste dump for Mitcham and Croydon. After heated debate, fresh consignments of rubbish were eventually taken elsewhere and the affected parts of the Common were re-landscaped. |
