Knowing of your obsession with orderly conduct, I am enclosing a copy of a letter I recently sent to my local paper. If you care for orderly pedestrian traffic in Sheffield you will commence your campaign by sending a similar letter.
I have had as yet limited positive response (in a few cases, people were abusive). Nevertheless, if we persevere we shall succeed. Contact your local MP!!
Yours,
Conrad
To The Editor
DISORDERLY WALKERS
Once again I bring to your notice the chaos existing among pedestrians on the streets of Ealing.
Last Saturday, I found my path obstructed by people who were standing to hold conversations. (This is illegal.) Others were moving slowly with prams and shopping trolleys. Others were approaching me, using the same section of pavement. The result was a chaotic mess of conflicting movements. This is a recipe for violence.
I propose that the authorities establish a walking rule of keeping to the left at peak times. There can be two lanes, fast and slow. No stopping should be allowed except in designated locations. People wishing to change their direction should give an appropriate hand signal.
It will take time for people to become accustomed to the new arrangements. Until then, Pedestrian Guides can be used to enforce the new regulations. This is a good opportunity for people sentenced to Community Service. Let us restore tranquility to our streets!
Conrad Brunström
