Work to narrow pavements along Northampton Road, has resulted in traffic jams and danger to pedestrians. The ‘improvements’ are entirely due to the building of the SNC council offices in Moat Lane. Liberal Democrat Councillor David Tarbun says: ‘I’ve responded to lots of complaints from concerned local people about the chaos being inflicted by the Conservatives decision to narrow the road and pavement at the Saracen’s traffic lights. There’s also a major problem being able to see past parked vehicles when exiting the car park.’

County Councillor Chris Lofts has worked hard with NCC Highways to try to make the best of the Tories bad job. Cllr Lofts says: ‘Poor leadership by Conservative councillors on the Moat Lane Board, has resulted in making matters worse, delaying motorists and endangering pedestrians.’

The chaos on our roads are yet another sign of local Conservatives failing to listen to Towcester residents. Despite all the complaints from Towcester people the Tories have ploughed on regardless with their expensive vanity project.