· Presented by Members of the Public – None
· Presented by Councillors
1. Cllr Sood, Neighbourhood conditions in London Road, Victoria Avenue and Victoria Alley area
2. Councillor Batool and Malik, One-way Traffic Flow on St Saviours Road, Kitchener Road and Dorothy Road Roundabout.
· Petitions to be debated – None
Minutes:
Petitions from Members of the Public
No petitions were received from Members of the Public.
Petitions from Councillors
Councillor Sood presented the petition with 15 valid signatures in the following terms:
“We, the undersigned residents of London Road, Victoria Avenue, and Victoria Alley in Leicester, hereby submit this formal statement to express our deep concern and frustration regarding the current conditions in our neighbourhood, which have become increasingly intolerable.
Over the past two years, shop owners on the main street have been using our residential alleyways as a dumping ground for their commercial waste. Large industrial bins, clearly belonging to businesses, are being placed directly in front of our homes, under our windows, along the primary paths we use to enter and exit our residences.
This has led to persistent foul odors, especially during warmer months, making it impossible to open our windows. Additionally, flies and other pests are constantly drawn to the area.
Another major issue is the overgrown trees, whose dense foliage has created a dark and hidden pathway. This environment has attracted homeless individuals who now sleep behind the bins, and even worse, drug users who inject heroin and leave behind used, potentially infected needles on the ground.
More recently, we have also witnessed drug dealing activities taking place late at night, and to our absolute shock, individuals engaging in sexual activity under our windows.
Furthermore, the ground is constantly littered with overflowing trash, leaking bin liquids, and scattered cardboard and waste left behind by those rummaging through the bins.
We believe this situation is not only a serious health and safety hazard, but also a disgrace to the historic and cultural value of our neighbourhood. This area is part of a heritage community, and its dignity is being severely harmed by the actions of irresponsible businesses and the lack of oversight.
We, the local residents, are requesting the following urgent actions:
1. Immediate enforcement to prevent commercial bins from being placed in our residential alleyways.
2. Installation of a secure gate to restrict public access and make the alley a private and safe space for residents only.
3. Tree trimming and lighting improvements to eliminate dark corners and discourage illegal activities.
4. Regular cleaning and waste management oversight by the local council or responsible authority.
We hope our voices will be heard, and this longstanding issue will be addressed for the safety, well-being, and dignity of our community.”
Councillor Malik to present the petition with 138 valid signatures in the following terms:
“We the undersigned Residents and Business of Dorothy Road, request Leicester City Council to make changes to the roundabout on St Saviours Road, Kitchener Road and Dorothy Road making it a ONE-WAY traffic flow of either along Kitchener Road leading to the roundabout and Dorothy Road.
The roundabout is causing traffic congestion, and we have noticed many accidents to vehicles and pedestrians on this route.
We urge Leicester City Council to take immediate action to make the necessary changes in consultation with the local Residents, Business and Community group in the area.”
Petitions to be debated
There were no petitions to be debated.