Wells residents voice concerns over accessibility in survey

Planned improvements, as a result of the survey, include additional drop kerbs, city centre speed reductions, improved parking and loading bay access, and publicising businesses that offer free use of disabled toilets
Planned improvements, as a result of the survey, include additional drop kerbs, city centre speed reductions, improved parking and loading bay access, and publicising businesses that offer free use of disabled toilets
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Poor pavements and limited accessible travel options are among the top concerns raised by residents after a recent survey in Wells.

The Citizens Opinion Survey, carried out by Accessible Wells between February and April, highlighted key issues for people with mobility and disability challenges.

Theo van Hensbergen, a campaigner, said: "It’s evident from the strength of concern and breadth of issues confronting those challenged by accessibility that improvement is required across all fronts.

"And now we better understand the priorities and have valuable information for both Wells City Council and Somerset Council, I am delighted to be able to say that several issues are being actively worked on."

Planned improvements include additional drop kerbs, city centre speed reductions, improved parking and loading bay access, and publicising businesses that offer free use of disabled toilets.

Efforts are also underway to address pavement parking.

The survey will be repeated next year to monitor progress.

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