Town council apologises for lack of warning sign for rectification works at Bukit Panjang blocks

Is it an accident waiting to happen?

Because of rectification works, debris was strewn at the foot of Blocks 122 and 123 Pending Road in Bukit Panjang. 

While a warning tape and a couple of pylons were placed to alert people of the potential hazard, a cyclist almost rode into the area on June 30, according to Stomper Raven.

Sharing photos of the scene, he told Stomp: "There must be proper signage or early notice in place. The repair works on the ground floor are an accident about to happen any time a cyclist is unaware of the danger. Fortunately, the cyclist braked in time. I hope that something can be done to prevent any incident."

In response to a Stomp query, Holland-Bukit Panjang Town Council said it sincerely apologised for the cited lack of proper signage or warning sign in place at the specific blocks.

It added: "Residents’ safety is our top priority. The town council has issued a stern warning and counselled the contractor involved in the rectification works. Thank you for your patience and forbearance."