UK, West London, Notting Hill, 1973. Rundown & dilapidated large four-story houses are starting to be restored and redecorated. Facing approximately Powis Square from Powis Square play area. The sign on the tree reads "Peoples Republic of Powis". A Rolls Royce car is parked opposite scaffolding.
Squatters protested against development of the Victorian houses by private landlords who would then charge high rents.
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