I've been out this morning looking at the pavements along Whitenap Lane in Romsey with my neighbouring County Councillor, Councillor Mark Cooper.
Currently, there is no safe or accessible dropped kerb crossing in the road, effectively creating a barrier for the residents of Five Elms Drive and its neighbouring roads from the rest of the Whitenap estate. One side of the road is in my division, Romsey Rural while the other is in Mark's, Romsey Town.
Mark has been assiduous in pressing for a crossing here for some considerable time, funding has now been agreed but we need to work together on ensuring the best option is chosen.
Politics is so/too often about opposing one another. Collectively, we in Test Valley and Romsey are lucky that the two main parties generally get along and work harmoniously to achieve things for our residents.
Mark is the epitome of that. His commitment to our area is unsurpassed, as is his length of service to our community. Mark has encouraged constructive working across the political spectrum to the benefit of the town, most particularly through Romsey Future.
I've been incredibly grateful to Mark for his kindness and support of me as his 'newby' County Council neighbour and, while we have slightly differing political views, look forward to working with him for many years to come.
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