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The National Youth Agency: What's changed

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Organisation: Clitheroe Skate Park Group

Issue: The need for a skatepark

The situation In 1997, a skatepark was built in Clitheroe following a successful campaign by young people. Over the years with little maintenance, the park suffered wear and tear and issues relating to health and safety were raised. In 2002, the park was pulled down while young people were at school. This led to young people skating in the town centre and a new generation of the Clitheroe Skate Park Group being formed. The group campaigned for a park to be built, secured funding and worked within a multi-agency group to tackle issues of vandalism and maintenance.

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