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22
Jun 2020
Starbeck roadworks cause 'worry and stress' for wheelchair user
A Starbeck woman who uses a wheelchair has told The Stray Ferret that recent roadworks carried out in her area caused her a lot of worry and stress when they blocked her driveway with no notice.
FibreNation, a network provider, and SCD, a construction contractor, have carried out work in the Starbeck area.
Although pedestrian walkways were put in place, disabled users were not able to access them due to the lack of dropped curbs and narrow walkways.
Charlotte Claydon from Starbeck told The Stray Ferret that the recent roadworks have been a "nightmare". She said:
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The recent roadworks have also affected her everyday activities and have caused significant stress. She added:
When asked about this issue, SCD, which was carrying out work at the time, said their teams leave sufficient room for wheelchair and mobility scooters at entrances and walk boards and said that they "maintain wheelchair access at all times".
Fibre Nation who were also carrying out works at the time has since told The Stray Ferret that they were not aware of any concerns that were raised. They said:
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