In a statement, the Infrastructure and Environment Department said: “We are concerned about the condition of the cables that support the flagpole, and the flagpole itself.

“We have cordoned off the area for public safety, and will be carrying out further inspections as soon as possible.”

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Pictured: A sign in Howard Davis Park explains that the area is “unsafe”.

The cordoned-off area includes the section of the park field which is nearest the main gates.

No timeline for reopening was provided.

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