Summary
Some neighborhoods in south-east London have faced issues with car meets where people race and perform stunts in parking lots, causing noise and safety concerns. Local authorities and residents are trying to stop these events by installing barriers and increasing police action, but there are worries that the problem might just move to other areas. Efforts to control such activities are part of a broader attempt to address similar issues across London.
Key Facts
- Car meets involve racing and stunts in supermarket parking lots, particularly annoying locals in south-east London.
- Residents complain about noise and safety issues, noting these meets often occur late at night.
- Authorities plan to install a barrier at a Tesco car park to prevent these gatherings, but fear the activities may just relocate.
- Police have been shutting down meets but are often seen as slow to respond.
- The Metropolitan Police has increased efforts to address illegal and antisocial driving practices in the capital.
- The Met Police has seized luxury cars in an effort to tackle street racing and unauthorized events.
- Bromley Council lacks enforcement powers for the privately owned Tesco site, complicating the issue.
- Car meet enthusiasts express that they would find new locations if current ones become inaccessible.
