Footways and cycleways

We do not routinely grit footways. 

To make the best use of our resources, we prioritise treating roads. 

Footways and cycleways are not normally gritted but when there are accumulations of snow, we do try to clear them, prioritising town centres and outside schools (as detailed in Appendix E of our Winter Service Plan) as soon as resources allow. 

The number of locations will depend on the duration and severity of the weather event as well as the availability of grit and manpower.

Grit will be applied when surfaces are sufficiently clear of snow. Consideration will be given to grit additional footways and cycleways during prolonged periods of severe weather.