Bradford's Urban Garden closed

Bradford's Urban Garden has been closed for drainage work that could cost up to £30,000. Heavy rain over the last few weeks has created big pools. A Bradford council spokesman said that the ground has turned out to be less porous than was expected. Also when the plans were submitted there was no need for land drainage to be taken into account because no buildings were going to be built.

Bradford Council, Westfield and Yorkshire Forward will split the costs for adding drainage piping, which could be as much as £30,000. Bradford Reporter feels this is a waste of money, in addition to the £300,000 that was used to make the park. The park would have made more sense if it was a car park. The council could have also charged a nominal fee with funds helping Bradford. Many shop managers located close to the area, including Stead and Simpson's manager, which is due to close, feel a car park would have been better use of the land. A car park would attract more people to use the neighbouring shops. The park debacle is yet another failure of the council to listen to its people.