A London businessman, David Walsh, has installed a farm-style electric fence around his £44.5 million Notting Hill mansion to deter foxes, sparking controversy with local planning officials and the Ladbroke Association. The association argues the fence poses safety risks, especially during events like the Notting Hill Carnival, while Walsh contends it is necessary for his wife’s fear of foxes. Kensington and Chelsea officials have ruled the fence requires planning permission due to its design and impact on the area’s character. Neighbors are divided, with some likening the fence to a “POW camp” and questioning its effectiveness.
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