Derry City and Strabane District Council has called on the public to report damage and anti-social behaviour at Castle Park playpark in Castlederg. Incidents have risen recently, requiring frequent cleanings.

Workers cleared broken glass and debris from the play area multiple times in recent weeks. The material poses injury risks to visitors. Local families frequent the site.

The playpark supports Castlederg regeneration through funding from the Derg Active Project. Council officials state it aids community health, leisure, and wellbeing. Damage affects users broadly and shifts resources from other maintenance.

Cleanups incur expenses for the council and ratepayers. Funds spent there limit support for essential services. Officials urge witnesses to alert the PSNI to incidents.