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Footpath very overgrown
Reported via desktop in the Weeds category anonymously at 18:45, Thursday 9 July 2026
Sent to West Northamptonshire Council less than a minute later. ref: 9761972.
Very over grown weeds, falling into footpath, with lots of stinging nettles, making it impossible for pushchairs or two people to pass without getting stung.
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Thank you for reporting a fault. Officers will now investigate the concerns and this may take up to 5 working days. If you believe that your concerns are urgent then please phone us.
State changed to: Investigating
Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 18:45, Thursday 9 July 2026
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Path significantly overgrown and dangerous with large prickly bushes hanging down making it extremely difficult for anyone to pass safely
Posted anonymously at 21:20, Thursday 9 July 2026
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Investigation: Ongoing - Thank you for your enquiry. A qualified Highways Inspector has assessed the location, and we are undertaking a landownership investigation and will update you shortly.
Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 17:47, Wednesday 15 July 2026
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The situation is still as above, very difficult for 2 people to pass especially difficult with a pushchair
Posted anonymously at 20:56, Sunday 9 August 2026
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Thank you for providing an update. Officers will now investigate the concerns and this may take up to 5 working days. If you believe that your concerns are urgent then please phone us.
Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 20:57, Sunday 9 August 2026
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Investigation: Ongoing - We have inspected the reported vegetation and can confirm that it continues to overgrow the public highway. As the vegetation has not yet been cut back, the matter has now been referred to our Regulations Team for formal action. We will continue to monitor progress and provide updates through this report as appropriate. Thank you for your patience and understanding
Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 10:23, Monday 17 August 2026
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