A few residents in the Page Lane area have recently approached me about the paedestrian bridge on Page Lane and also about the crossing on Marzahn Way at the end of the path leading from the bridge. Some people find it difficult crossing there especially with push chairs owing to the speed of the traffic and have asked about the possibilty of a contolled crossing being sited at that location.
Also there have been problems related to youths throwing objects from the bridge onto the by pass
I've contacted the council about the issue and have sent the following email to them:
" I am writing about the footbridge on Page Lane Widnes which leads on to a footpath leading to Marzahn Way and a paedestrian crossing point there.
Crossing at this point is quite dangerous owing to the speed of the traffic.
Would it be possible to site a light controlled crossing there?
I understand that the paedestrian footbridge and path to Marzahn Way which leads to the main shopping Centre is used particularly by older people on Bell House Rd and residents in Page Lane,Frank Street and St Ambrose Rd.
To get across Marzahn Way safely for people living in this area means they have to make a longer walk over Halton View bridge and use a contolled crossing at the other end of Marzahn Way.
Also the paedestrian bridge is reknown in the area re young people throwing objects onto the by - pass. Are there any plans for this to be covered?
I would be grateful for any assistance you can give me in relation to these matters".
If any other residents feel strongly about this please let me know (0151 423 1692)
I'll let you know the council's response
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