A scheme to install telegraph poles in areas near Hull has prompted a backlash from residents.
A council has told a telecommunications company to suspend a controversial project to install telegraph poles on residential streets following a wave of protests.
Police have been involved in keeping the peace in parts of Hedon and Hessle, near Hull, East Yorkshire, after a backlash against the scheme by MS3 to erect poles to improve broadband services.Police called as residents blockade telegraph pole workersA spokesman said: "In response to the feedback from the local community, the council has decided to suspend the ongoing works of MS3 for their project in the area.
"The council will hold a meeting with MS3 and their contractors on Thursday, 2 November, to discuss the concerns and and seek to agree appropriate solutions. "The works of MS3 will resume only after the council is satisfied necessary adjustments have been implemented."
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