In a parallel-universe Levenshulme, this could have been the letter sent to residents by Manchester City Council...

@rantyhighwayman.bsky.social this is a recent piece of work done by Manchester City Council - is this sign normal/standard? And what is your reaction to it? It seems to say one thing but then exempt pretty much every motorist from ignoring it. Photos from @Jamesdestafford

Meanwhile leader of the city council sending out mixed messages - #KeepDriving!

When the virtual consultation room looks better than the proposed Oxford Rd Station footbridge - not a good sign. Why not use structural engineered timber in the improvements work rather than more concrete & steel? manchesteroxfordroad.consultation.ai/?utm_content=&…

Does the hierarchy of road users cease to apply in freezing conditions? Also very few drivers, driving to the conditions - unsurprising really when the road is nice & clear. Should we walk in the road? @walkridegm.org.uk #Burnage #Levenshulme