| Bypass verges - a deeper cut achieved after near miss - 4th August '10 |
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 Residents walking exiting the footpath from Wellow Lane were horrified to witness a car narrowly missing a resident attempting to cross the bypass at this well-used location. After contacting Cllr Bevan, who discussed the problem with various Highways officers, it has been agreed that a far deeper cut is needed than the statutory one metre from the highway edge. This has now been extended to the other Orchard Way junction with the bypass and will continue to be the norm from now on.
Cllr Bevan said:
'After initial confusion when the verges on Orchard Way itself appeared to be mown more frequently than those along the bypass, I have had confirmation from Highways officers that they agree with my request to make an exception to the one metre rule in these locations. I also asked for more attention to be given to the overgrown path nearby which is also an essential route for regular walkers.'
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