Plan 'prompted by the sudden resurgence of the blight of graffiti across this borough'
Councillors have agreed to tackle a “sudden resurgence” in graffiti despite differences of opinion about how they might fund the plan.
“Accordingly, Council agrees to allocate the necessary funding and resources to tackle the blight of graffiti in this borough.” “The scenic Bann Bridge in Portadown is spoiled by mindless graffiti and in recent months, it is now becoming common in residential areas where this was never the case previously. I have mentioned my own DEA of Portadown, but I am aware this is also problematic and an issue in Craigavon and Lurgan, and members I think we have to be frank and honest, and say this has the potential to rear its head anywhere across the borough.
“The only way we are going to get to grips with this is by actively exploring an effective system that works for Council, for residents, and for all statutory bodies involved. At the heart of this, the removal of graffiti increases public confidence and pride for our community and our public shared spaces, it reduces the fear of crime and it helps people feel safer and more secure in the places they live.
“There is also an issue here in regards to road signs all being covered in graffiti, and I would like to propose that we add on an amendment that says that this council will contact DfI to make sure that they take responsibility and swift action to remove any graffiti on the road signs within the borough.”
Banbridge And Craigavon Borough Council DUP Ulster Unionist Party Lurgan Portadown Co Armagh Co Down
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