FOOTPATHS in part of York will be resurfaced, following mess left after the installation of new broadband technology.

Councillors for Rawcliffe and Clifton without Sam Lisle, Stuart Rawlings, and Peter Dew have previously called for the resurfacing, after previous work left piles of rubble and open trenches in some areas around in St Mark’s Grove, Bilsdale Close, Staindale Close and Troutsdale Avenue.

The footpaths have been dug up most recently for the installation of a new broadband network, which will deliver 1,000 mb/s speeds once it goes live.

Councillor Lisle said: "Whilst we welcome this fantastic investment in the community, we must make sure that the work is carried out respectfully and to acceptable standards.

"Both the Council and City Fibre have been prompt in responding to the issues we have raised with them, and we are pleased that remedial work will be undertaken. We have also reported issues on Wellesley Close, Surrey Way, Melton Avenue and Shipton Road, and will continue to work with all parties to ensure that the roll-out is successful. We encourage residents to contact us if they have any concerns and we will take the matter up on their behalf."

Councillor Rawlings said: "I have had numerous meetings with City Fibre and the Council over these issues and residents’ concerns. I have found them both very engaging and keen to keep disruption to a minimum. However things do go wrong and I’m pleased that we have been able to work together in overcoming these issues."