Hugh Jones & Ross Shepherd Councillors for Rossett

A483 roadworks

We both met with NEWTRA regarding the roadworks on the A483. The contractors agreed there were lessons to be learnt about the organisation of the works. The resurfacing is due to be completed shortly allowing both carriageways to be fully operational again.

Doorstep crime

Trading Standards officers and officers from North Wales Police have been out and about in the community recently raising awareness of the issue of doorstep crime. They have been delivering leaflets and engaging with householders and any traders working on property. The objective was to provide advice and guidance on dealing with doorstep callers, how to avoid the rogues and offering reassurance.

Road markings

Highways have been repainting double yellow lines in Station Road and adding parking bays to ensure motorists in this area of the village park responsibly. We are hoping this makes a difference to traffic flow down this road.

Replacement bollards

Highways have now started to replace some of the unlit bollards around the village with reflected bollards which are more durable and more effective.

20mph Speed Limit

The Welsh Government have now confirmed that all current 30mph limits, where conditioned by street lighting, will become 20mph on August 24th this year. There will not be a requirement to place the white 20mph roundels on the surface. The legislation is likely to include a mandatory fixed penalty fine for any pavement parking.

Darland woods

Concerns have been raised by a number of residents about drug usage in the vicinity of Darland Woods. North Wales Police have been contacted and regular patrols and checks will take place.

Temporary traffic light crossing

The temporary traffic lights located near Darland School and the chip shop will be adjusted by Highways to allow residents using mobility scooters easy access to pass by. We are discussing the possibility of installing permanent lights in this location and officers are exploring funding options.

St Peters School

We have received many complaints regarding inconsiderate parking by parents collecting pupils from school. A number of photographs have been taken by residents who are greatly inconvenienced by the actions of a few. We would ask parents to park responsibly.

Flooding Rosemary Lane

We have now found the cause of the problem - it is a collapsed water pipe in an adjacent field. Officers have carried out a temporary repair whilst seeking to find a permanent solution.