Following a number of queries from residents, and after a random walk around the streets in Blackhall Colliery this morning and again this afternoon, the following issues have been reported to the authorities for their attention.
Corroded road sign: A resident contacted me to report a badly corroded road sign outside the Aged Miners' Home on the Coast Road. I've asked the highways department at county hall to carry out an inspection and either make the sign safe or replace it:
Damaged barrier: Some time ago I reported a damaged barrier on Middle Street for repair following a vehicle collision. Safety barriers were erected and the barrier was cordoned-off but since then nothing has happened. As with similarly damaged structures in other locations I suspect delays have been caused by supply chain issues. I've asked the service for an update on progress:
Potholes: More potholes in the back lane between School Avenue and Park Avenue have been reported for inspection and repair where necessary:
Fly-tipping in back lanes: I've reported fly-tipping in a number of back lanes between Second Street and Eleventh Street:
Fly-tipping in private properties: In addition to litter in the back lanes, a number of incidents of fly-tipping in rear yards of private properties in Second Street, Fifth Street, Seventh Street and Eighth Street have been reported for clearance. Because these properties are privately owned or rented through the private sector these incidents have been reported and passed to the neighbourhood wardens for their attention:
Damaged footpath and kerbstone: The footpath outside the Blackhall Medical Practice and Blackhall Community Centre has become damaged, with a section of kerbstone missing entirely. I've reported both incidents to the highways department for their attention. There's a trip hazard because of these defects so until repairs are carried out please take extra care when walking in this location:
