I received a report over the weekend of a faulty light on the steps at the Scheme Houses in Blackhall Colliery.
Anyone familiar with this area will be aware that lighting is essential to ensure safety so I have asked that repairs to the lights be undertaken as a matter of urgency. I have also asked that trees and bushes on either side of the steps be cut back to allow for more efficient lighting to improve safety.
Let me know if you are aware of any other areas in our villages which require attention to ensure public safety: