What actions can be taken to minimise negative impacts and improve positive impacts on minority groups?
An initiative is already in place to put bus stops on well lit routes. Most fault reporting from the public is carried out by phone. Regular ‘scouting’ is carried out to identify faults. Close relationships exist with Police to address fear of crime e.g. Eden Street lighting scheme was developed as a result of concerns about attacks on young people. Yellow bands have been introduced on signs in the Town Centre to make them easier to see. Feedback is necessary so that consideration can be given to extending this to lamp-posts. The minimum height for signs is 2.3m. Investigation is needed into the effects of brighter lights on elderly people’s eyes. There is funding available to replace old street lighting across the borough, which will benefit everyone What is the relevance of this service to minority groups? Street lighting is supplied on the basis of meeting standards and need, although there are some special projects such as the Kingston Market Place and Kingston Bridge. 98% of the B
