“Adopt a place” initiative in Barnet London. The residents of the Barnet borough in London are encouraged to apply for maintaining a local feature, green space or the entire street. The citizens can get involved with maintaining flower beds, watering green elements, planning and maintaining the projects, as well as raising funds for new park features. The “Adopt a place” initiative provides the residents with all necessary support, materials and tools. Groups that could benefit from this community management scheme include schools, local businesses, neighbourhood associations, sports clubs or groups, youth groups, ‘friends of parks’, or nature enthusiasts (source: (Barnet London Borough n.d.)).