BackPractical action for ice-free pavements
As more people sign up for Living Streets' campaign for ice-free pavements, Bath and North East Somerset Council has taken practical action on the ground by launching its Snow Wardens scheme.
The council was able to recruit volunteer wardens across 16 areas, who have received stocks of salt, a hand-driven spreader and appropriate training from the council to help them clear icy pavements in their area.
Councillor Roger Symonds, Cabinet Member for Transport, who has signed up in support of Living Streets' campaign on ice-free pavements, said, 'This scheme has really caught the imagination of people who want to serve their communities by clearing local roads and pavements of snow and ice. The equipment and training will be provided by the council. If successful the scheme could be expanded next year.'
Tony Armstrong, Chief Executive of Living Streets, said 'Councils have a legal duty to keep pavements safe and this kind of initiative shows that, where councils provide strong leadership and take action on icy pavements, communities are willing to get involved and help out in their neighbourhoods. Councillors and officers can look at our 'Winter Contract' and case studies for inspiration on taking action in their area - and if you want your council to follow Bath and North East Somerset's example this winter, make sure you let your councillors know.'
Published on: 20/12/2011
