Stand-off in Hedon as broadband firm tries to install poles in street

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Stand-off in Hedon as broadband firm tries to install poles in street
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Cars blocked lorries from gaining access to Westlands Drive in Hedon, East Yorkshire, on Monday.

Residents opposed to broadband poles being installed outside their homes have tried to stop telecoms workers from starting work at the site.

Campaigner Julie Dervey said: "We knew they were coming and arranged ourselves accordingly, arriving before they did."Humberside Police confirmed it was in attendance on Westlands Drive. Ms Dervey, from the Hedon Says No campaign group, said following the arrival of the police, broadband poles were now being installed.

"We encourage an open dialogue to help residents understand the work we are doing and why it must be completed safely."Residents on Westlands Drive had been given "more than 28 days' notice", MS3 Networks said

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