'The installation of these features will go some way to making this busy high street and residential area an inclusive one'
New drop kerbs that have been installed in the Belmont Road area of East Belfast have been praised for helping to improve access for young families, the elderly and disabled.
There were issues in the area for families with young children, disabilities and the elderly due to uneven paving and kerbs which resulted in people falling or coming into difficulty. In recent weeks DfI has installed dropped kerbs and tactile paving at a number of crossing points along Belmont Road, Dundela Avenue, Dundela View and Wilgar Street.
"The installation of these features will go some way to making this busy high street and residential area an inclusive one with social and economic benefits for everyone However, ongoing accessibility concerns such as the quality of surfaces and physical access to shops as well as pavement parking continue. We will continue to work on these issues as well as our campaign to ensure every kerb and pavement are accessible for everyone.
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