Snow-way that pedestrians matter

Sir, – At one time it was normal for householders to clear pavements of snow for everyone’s benefit.

Now it would appear that pedestrians don’t matter as many pavements are blocked by big piles of snow dumped by inconsiderate motorists clearing their cars and driveways.

With the streets cluttered with wheelie bins which have no hope of being emptied for two weeks there is not much hope of pavement ploughs getting down many of the side roads.

The situation will be even more dangerous when the piles of snow start melting then freeze up at night.

John Richmond. Shamrock Street, Dundee.

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