Liberal Democrats are calling on the Conservative controlled District Council to improve the standard of street cleaning in the District.

“Last week I asked the Conservative administration to identify measures to improve the street cleaning in the city. However, I was shocked to be told that they could see no issue with the service currently being provided,” commented Councillor Gerard McHale.

“It is clear from speaking to residents across the district that this is clearly not the case, and that parked cars, reductions of frequency and a lack of adequate notification are reducing the effectiveness of street cleaning.

“The Conservative administration is clearly complacent on this issue leaving the city dirty and unsightly. There is also an increased risk of flooding as drainage gulleys become blocked, which is dangerous for both pedestrians, cyclists and motorists alike,” Gerard concluded.