"Due to concerns raised by some residents over the new playground's colour scheme at Kingshill, Cirencester, the opening has been delayed, " a Redrow spokesman said.

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"I feel sorry about how some people interpret our giant pink playground, " Mr. Rahofer said in response to Ms. Burmester's column.

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Redrow Homes had planned to adjust the colour and move some of the equipment, but the playground has opened without any work being carried out.

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