Some residents in Tuffley Avenue contacted me concerned about trees being cut down at the rear of their property.

I contacted Matthew Homes about this and also asked for an update on the play areas.

I received the following response:

‘We can confirm that we have cleared to the fenceline/boundary to our plots 76 to 85 and that the approved landscaping shows that we will be replanting 1 betula tree per plot in each of the rear gardens

We have the insurance in place now for the play areas and are still waiting for the signage as detailed in the safety audit to be delivered and erected prior to opening – nearly there!’

I will keep pressing Matthew Homes to get the play areas open as soon as they can.

Finally, a resident let me know that a bollard has been knocked over. I’ve sent this to Matthew Homes to make them aware.

If you spot any issues around Podsmead that need my help please let me know.