I have contacted the highways section at Durham County Council this morning to ask for urgent repairs to the pelican crossing on the Coast Road at Blackhall Rocks.
I have pointed out the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children living nearby, and asked that repair works be given priority.
I have also requested repair works to the pavement at the corner of Sixth Street and Middle Street in Blackhall Colliery. The condition of this patch of pavement has been reported by shoppers and local businesses as unsightly and as posing a danger to pedestrians.