There has been some fly-tipping, littering and graffiti in the area off Cole Avenue.

The walk from Cole Avenue to New Dawn and Stroud Road takes you along the railway line and is surprisingly quiet considering it is next to a busy main road.

This might be why people feel they can fly-tip without being noticed. There is a lot of littering and fly-tipping under the bridge, as well as some graffiti.

I have reported all these matters to the council and urged them to get them cleared. I have also begun sounding out community groups and the council about making improvements to the area and keeping it tidy.

I have already had positive offers, and have approached the Crypt School, whose boundary is right along this pathway. I’ve also asked the council about planting more trees and hedges here to develop and encourage biodiversity.