New Zebra Crossing on North End Road Welcomed
Put in place after concerns raised by local residents’ association
Maystar Residents’ Association committee members, including Debbie Golt (left) and Michael Gannon, MRA Co-Chair (middle) on the crossing with stilt-walker Ella the Great
December 16, 2024
North End Road has a new zebra crossing following successful lobbying by a local residents’ association
It is located between the bus stops serving the West Kensington and Gibbs Green estate and the Maystar estate. It is also close to a medical centre and a pharmacy and the Maystar Tenants and Residents' Association had been raising concerns about the safety of pedestrians crossing nearby.
Michael Gannon, of the Maystar Tenants and Residents' Association, said: "We're delighted the council were so helpful in responding quickly to our concerns about pedestrian safety.
"The old crossing posed particular challenges for those with mobility issues, children and the elderly."
A formal oDecember 16, 2024chael added: "Residents are already very happy with the upgrade. Now they can cross the road, and the traffic has to stop, making walking around the area easier and safer."
H&F Cabinet Member for Public Realm, Cllr Sharon Holder, said, "We continue to listen and work with residents to improve road safety for local people. This is the latest example of how the council is doing things with residents to make H&F a safer place.”
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