The local council has erected extra barriers at Vico Baths in response to what it described as unacceptable behaviour directed at contractors working on site, according to a report by The Journal.
The Journal reports that the additional barriers were installed to address incidents of abuse and misconduct aimed at workers at the popular bathing spot. The council stated that the behaviour toward contractors had become unacceptable, prompting the security measure.
The decision follows a pattern of similar issues at the location, which has seen tensions between visitors and those carrying out maintenance or improvement work. The council has not specified the exact nature of the incidents, but the new barriers are intended to prevent further confrontations and ensure the safety of staff.
Vico Baths, a well-known seaside area, has been a site of ongoing public access debates in recent years. The installation of extra barriers marks the latest step in managing the site amid concerns over public conduct.
Further updates on the situation are expected as the council monitors the effectiveness of the new barriers.
