Queueing dispute rumbles on top of Snowdon as officials have ‘no plans to intervene’
Officials at Eryri National Park in Wales have stated they have no plans to intervene in the growing issue of long queues at the summit of Snowdon. The park maintains a policy of self-policing despite increased visitor numbers.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights the challenges of managing over-tourism and public safety in popular natural landmarks.
A spokesman for the Eryri National Park Authority said its policy remained one of ‘self-policing’
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