Clean sweep for estates!

29/08/08

Tower Hamlets Homes has launched with a 100-day action-plan designed to make a real difference to our estates addressing the areas residents have told us are important.

Work will focus on cleaning in and around buildings, removal of bulk rubbish and litter - and putting systems in place to make sure the improvements last. There will also be reminders to residents about the straightforward things that we can all do to improve our estates.

Tower Hamlets Homes Head of Housing and Customer Services Paul Leo said: "There are areas where a little extra care can have a big impact - such as graffiti removal, painting railings, lamp posts and garage doors, fixing broken pavements and tidying and landscaping green space. We will also be looking at ways to improve security, reduce anti-social behaviour and help people feel safer."

For this first round of activity, estates have been chosen that will particularly benefit from some extra attention. The action plan on top of the regular programme of caretaking and estate maintenance, which will continue across the borough. Other estates will join the programme later.

"We want to hear residents views on the improvements that need to be made," says Paul. "After all, the people who live on estates are in the best position to say what needs to be done."

Email any suggestions to: suggestions@towerhamletshomes.org.uk