Primrose Hill, long regarded as one of London's most popular vantage points for New Year's Eve fireworks, will be closed to the public this year following safety concerns linked to police budget cuts. The move has disappointed thousands of revellers who traditionally gather on the hill for its sweeping views of the city skyline.
Gates will be locked from 8:00pm on 31 December until 6:00am on 1 January, with fencing and security teams deployed to prevent access. The closure marks a significant change to a long-standing New Year's tradition for many Londoners.
