OVER the last month or so, we have seen words and deeds regarding the repair to potholes across Harlow.

But a number of residents have contacted us regarding the state of their pavements.

There is a system for reporting repairs but that does not guarantee that pavement will be repaired.

It all depends on what is said after the inspection.

So we thought this would be a good opportunity to track a repair.

We have been contacted by Dave Moore from Chapel Fields.

The pavement near his home is, according to Mr Moore, impassable.

Dave said: “My wife Janice is in a wheelchair. Whether I am pushing her or she is using her mobility scooter, we simply can’t use the pavement.

We are forced onto the road. The council have to recognise that on any road that is dangerous but we live on what can only be described as a rat run.

“Cars cut across from London Road to get to Southern Way.

“I will not have my wife risking her life by being in the road”.

So Dave has registered the issue via the Essex Highways site and says he will keep us updated.