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Poole Road Crossing Update
We have had the following update about the pedestrian crossing on Poole Road from Councillor John Beesley.
He comments: "The traffic signal equipment at the pedestrian crossing outside the entrance to Westbourne Arcade had to be disconnected as there was a serious electrical fault detected which could have led to it becoming live. The Council could not run the risk of a member of the public being injured by this old, life-expired, equipment."
"This crossing is an important facility in the heart of Westbourne and the Council is taking immediate action to replace it as soon as possible. In discussion with the local Councillors, it has been decided to replace it with a Zebra crossing of the same general type as those at the junction of Poole Road and Seamoor Road. I should emphasise that there has never been any suggestion that this important facility would be abandoned and it has been confirmed that this work will be done as soon as the necessary supplies are delivered. "
White desk that’s green from So Furniture
The new Paperweight Desk by Cardboard Future, which recently featured in Elle Decoration magazine, is a 100% recyclable, beautifully designed desk made in the UK entirely from Grade ‘A’ corrugated cardboard. Find out more and get yours from So Furniture in Westbourne.
Despite the desk weighing in at less than 15kg, it is surprisingly strong and durable, making it perfect for temporary or permanent installation at home or in a commercial office environment.
The desk has a choice of configuration options and its internal design enables you to hide unsightly cables by feeding them up through the legs and out onto the desktop through two concealed cable slots.
Measuring 1500w x 750d x 720h mm when assembled, it comes flat-packed in an easy to carry carton and can be assembled in less than five minutes - the ideal moveable office!
More Photos from the Arcade Renovations
Further to our article in the March Westbourne Magazine, we have more photos from the renovation work going on in the Arcade.
Amidst the scaffolding you can see very rusty sections of the arcade roof that are in the process of being replaced.
While this work is going on the arcade is open for business.
- The selection of photos is on our Facebook page, become a fan and view the photos here.
- Read our article in the March edition of the Westbourne Magazine
M&S Reduce Car Park Refund Spend
M&S in Westbourne has reduced the amount you need to spend to get a refund on your parking. They recently caused outrage among local shoppers and traders by introducing a £3 parking ticket and requiring a spend of £15 to get this back.
You now only need to spend a more reasonable £5 in the M&S store to get your £3 parking ticket refunded.
Competition Winner Announced
The winner of our February competition has been picked at random from all the correct answers.....and the winner is Anne Brooks. She correctly identified the architect of the Westbourne Arcade was Henry Joy.
"How lovely to win a prize", says Anne who picked up the Westbourne Magazine in Starbucks. She'll be enjoying a meal for 2 at Pizza Express.
The March compeition is now open, the prize is a giant luxury Easter Egg (worth £45) from Chocol8 of Westbourne.
No More Free Parking in M&S
Since M&S took over the Waitrose site in Westbourne, they offered free parking for the first hour (with a free ticket from the machine).
However, shoppers must now pay £3 to park for an hour or £5 for 90 minutes. You are not allowed to return within 2 hours and the fine if you fail to comply is £70.
You can get the parking ticket refunded if you spend £15 or more in the store.
The move has provoked anger amongst Westbourne's shoppers and worries from local traders. While taking a photo of the sign, shown right, we spoke to a number of shoppers who had taken a look and commented that they were leaving and not shopping in M&S again.
Are you happy to pay £3 for an hours parking?
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