Cambridge Council Orders Removal of Controversial Prince Philip Statue
The statue, criticized for its quality and lack of planning permission, must be removed by August.
- A statue of Prince Philip, criticized for its poor quality and erected without planning permission, is to be removed by Cambridge council.
- The £150,000 sculpture, known as 'The Don', has been a subject of controversy since its installation.
- Initially commissioned by Unex Group and mistakenly attributed to Uruguayan sculptor Pablo Atchugarry, who denied involvement.
- Local council and residents have expressed dissatisfaction, citing the statue's negative impact on the area's appearance.
- The council has issued an enforcement notice to Unex Group, demanding the statue's removal by August.