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Old fencing

Reported via mobile in the Structures (eg bridges, fencing, noise barriers) (NH) category anonymously at 21:02, Thu 4 July 2024

Sent to National Highways less than a minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 6193118.

Old and inadequate fencing at end of Westgate Lane Lofthouse Wakefield WF3 3NN, the other side of this fencing is the M62.The fencing has been patched up over time by residents.If it was to fall down , there are just trees separating a residential street from the motorway itself, down an embankment.This is a concern as there are families with young children living in the street and nearby.

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  • Thank you for your report of 4 July 2024 about a fence which is believed to be in poor condition. We appreciate the time you’ve taken to contact us about this.

    We can advise that we’ve attended to assess the condition of the fence you’ve identified. While the fence isn’t believed to be an immediate risk, we’ve scheduled in work to replace it. This is expected to be completed in the financial year 2025/26. In the meantime, if the fence becomes loose, dislodged or further damaged, please don’t hesitate to contact us using the details written below.

    Thank you again for contacting us. If there is anything we can help you with, please email or telephone our Contact Centre. They’re available 24 hours a day by phone: 0300 123 5000 or by email info@nationalhighways.co.uk. Alternatively, please visit the National Highways website at nationalhighways.co.uk.

    Kind regards, National Highways

    State changed to: Internal referral

    Posted by National Highways at 13:53, Tue 16 July 2024

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