I have read so much about the proposed building of KFC and Costa at Rushington roundabout and while I agree with the objections to the proposed development, I was somewhat taken aback to see the head of Hounsdown School was so concerned about the safety of the children walking to and from school.

Having lived in Jacobs Walk for many years there is a much greater danger, not only to the children, but also the local residents in Jacobs Gutter Lane caused by parents parking on both sides of the road when waiting for their children.

I am concerned that if one day a fire engine needed access it would be unable to get through the narrow gap.

Also it is impossible to see if a pedestrian is about to cross the road from between the cars. This has been a problem for a long time yet nothing has been done about it.

Maybe this letter will do some good as I’m sure it must be very frustrating for the residents in Jacobs Gutter Lane when they are trying to enter or exit their properties.

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