Residents thanked for patience over library works

Tonbridge residents have been thanked for their patience while extensive improvement works were carried out on the town’s main library.

A partial closure of one lane of Avebury Avenue was put in place by Kent Highways while sandblasting of exterior walls and window-replacement were taking place.

KCC’s Cabinet Member for Highways, Michael Payne, who represents the town on the county council, was aware of early issues with a pedestrian diversion which had to be put in place on Vale Road.

He said: “The diversion was there for the safety of the public and the contractor working on the library. Some people were not following the signage which advised them not to climb over the barrier and walk in the road.

“However, I would like to thank the public for their patience and co-operation while the work was carried out and compliment the Highways team for their involvement in the project.”

Mr Payne, pictured outside the library, also thanked the council’s Libraries, Registration and Archives service for committing resources to improving facilities for the benefit of Tonbridge residents.

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