One neighbour told the Times: "We can’t take much more of this. We need to stand up for people who can’t look after themselves." The neighbour, who asked not to be named, added: "Over Christmas he was banging on the window shouting for help. She said: “Along with other neighbours I have tried to get this man help. A North Ayrshire Council spokesperson said: “Council officers and our Health and Social Care Partnership colleagues are working together to support the resident in question.

Source: The Times January 13, 2026 23:59 UTC