Alley gates installed at the rear of roads in Lache

Mar 3 2011 Chester Chronicle

ALLEY gates have been installed at the rear of Hazel Road, Downsfield Road and Poplar Road in Lache.

They were installed following requests from residents to help reduce levels of crime and anti-social behaviour in their area.

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s community safety wardens, with local councillors, completed door-to-door consultations with local people to develop an understanding of the issues they faced.

Cheshire Police increased patrols in the area and partners have worked with local residents to identify appropriate ways of reducing the reported problems.

The continued joint partnership highlighted the need for a gating order and residents were consulted with the majority of them in favour of the scheme.

The successful gating order application means the alleyways will be restricted on a 24/7 basis with lockable gates.

Overleigh councillor Richard Short said: “The approach taken demonstrates an example of what can be achieved when the council works with local residents.

“Gating orders have proven to be successful in reducing crime and anti-social behaviour and create a feeling of safety within our communities.

“It is hoped these measures will eradicate problems experienced by the residents of Hazel Road, Downsfield Road and Poplar Road.”

For further information on gating orders, contact Joanne Byrne, safer stronger partnerships officer on joanne.byrne @cheshirewestand chester.gov.uk.