A poorly lit railway bridge poses a safety hazard for pedestrians, nearby residents say. The footbridge, which connects Oxford Street and Tentercroft Street in , now has a sign warning people to consider alternate routes at night.

Pictures show the lack of lighting for users on the bridge and steps. Bill and Margaret Moffat told the they wouldn’t use the bridge at night.

“The lighting is very poor – the fact that there’s a sign warning you to take an alternative route tells you everything you need to know,” Bill said. “Older people and anyone with children would be reluctant to come this way after dark.

“It needs modernising with better lights. It’s barely changed in the 40 years we’ve lived in Lincoln. The bus station opposite looks very nice, but this has become an eyesore.”

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