A COUNCILLOR has welcomed the addition of a new crossing for residents as part of a junction upgrade in Lichfield.
The improvements have been made on Eastern Avenue after locals raised concerns.
Cllr Janice Silvester-Hall, cabinet member for visitor economy, ecology and climate change at Lichfield District Council, said she was pleased to see the new pedestrian crossing taking shape having initially been approached about the issue during her time as a member of Staffordshire County Council.
She said:
“It’s fantastic to finally see these road improvements in action.
“It seems a long time since local residents first contacted me with their concerns over the growing use of the junction and the safety of the road users, especially pedestrians.
“These upgrades are once again testament to delivering by working together.”
Local resident Dan Floyd said people living near the site had made their voices heard throughout the process of campaigning for the safety improvements.
He said:
“This is a great improvement and will connect families from Watery Lane to safely access Lichfield.”
