<p>When I’m out and about talking to people in Knights Hill, the issue that is most often raised is the problem of dogs fouling on the West Norwood’s pavements. It’s a disgusting problem. It’s unhygienic and unsightly, and residents are right to complain that something should be done.

<p>The trouble is, Labour-run Lambeth Council is showing little sign of activity. Months ago local Conservatives delivered letters to a large number of streets in West Norwood asking people to name hot-spots where the problem was especially bad. We had a fantastic response and took the list to the Council who had promised to put up signs in the areas nominated by residents.

<p>It’s almost a year later, and nothing has been done despite repeated calls for action from local Conservatives and West Norwood residents. My suggestion that Lambeth talk to other boroughs to find out how they deal with this issue was met with indignation.

<p>We will keep up the pressure, and hope that the new year brings some sign that Lambeth are serious about tackling this problem.