manindulwichse22

i still cannot understand as to why the Council is wasting limited funds on flashy signs and new forecourts for privately owned shops in Underhill Road and the top of Lordship Lane whilst at the same time it is neglecting the pavements in Upland Road. I personally know some of these shopkeepers , who seem to be very wealthy and not in need of charity or freebies.

Why is Southwark Council funding the full cost of privately owned shopfronts , shop signs and forecourts for the shops at the top end of Lordship Lane and in Underhill Road whilst at the same time neglecting to repair its pavements in Upland Road . The section between Barry and Crystal Palace Roads is in a dangerous condition with broken and uneven paving. Upland Road is on route to Northcross Road as well as Lordship Lane and is always heavy with pedestrian traffic , especially mothers with prams. Surely , the Council should first ensure that the basics , such as pavements , are kept in a safe order before it starts wasting money on replacing shopfronts and shop signs.