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What are noise complaints?

Noise complaints are formal reports made to authorities about excessive or disruptive sound. In the World Cup story, Ecuador made a noise complaint after fans disturbed their sleep, leading to increased security for England. These complaints aim to resolve disturbances, often involving local councils or police, to ensure peace and quiet.

Stories that explain this

Mexico fans fail to wake England players with fireworks

Questions this opens up

What is ‘excessive noise’? Who handles noise complaints? Can hotels make noise complaints?

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