Oxford pensioners fear falls on rough pavement after works

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 16:39 · Archive

Residents in their 80s say newly treated pavements in Oxford's Rose Hill estate are rough, uneven and hazardous.

Residents in their 80s on Oxford's Rose Hill estate say newly treated pavements left by Oxford Direct Services are rough, uneven and hazardous.

Concerns have been raised about footway works along Thames View Road, Clinton Close, Nowell Road, Rivermead Road and Mortimer Road. Residents report loose gravel remaining on parts of the surface, while some sections appear uneven and are pooling with water.

Gilbert Innes, 80, who has lived on the estate for 45 years, said the condition was particularly worrying because of recent knee surgery that has left him moving slower and relying on mobility aids. He is concerned about water collecting on uneven pavement and the potential for it to freeze during winter. 'I'm frightened I'm going to go over,' he said. 'The work is an absolute disgrace.' Pam Horwood, 81, who has lived in the area for almost 60 years, has also suffered serious injuries following falls in the past and shares his concerns about the pavement condition.

How it is being reported

• Oxford pensioners fear falls over rough 'disgraceful' pavement workTwo pensioners in their 80s fear falling on rough, gritty and uneven pavements after 'disgraceful' works by Oxford Direct Services on a cut-off Oxford estate.Oxford Mail · 2 Nov, 16:00
• Oxford pensioners fear falls over rough 'disgraceful' pavement workTwo pensioners in their 80s fear falling on rough, gritty and uneven pavements after 'disgraceful' works by Oxford Direct Services on a cut-off Oxford estate.Oxfordshire Guardian · 2 Nov, 16:00

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