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Having lived in this area for just two months, I can confidently say it’s been a huge mistake. In this short time, I've incurred over £600 in traffic fines. Many of the supposed violations are based on unclear images that don't even show my vehicle. Attempting to contest these fines feels pointless. In my 30 years of driving, I’ve never faced such issues until relocating here. This place is the worst, not just in the country but across Europe. It's disappointing to see the local council take such pride in being the least favorable in the UK.
Why are we funding services that simply do not exist? I rely on assisted bin collection, yet the local council does everything possible to avoid helping. They've replaced individual bins with communal ones located 500 meters away, which I cannot reach. Although I received help from a local representative to get a bin, they insist I should use a community bin that is padlocked. Despite sending photos as proof, the collection service has been inconsistent and eventually stopped altogether. It raises the question: why are we paying for services that aren't provided?
Having lived in this area for only two months, I regret my decision immensely. I've already spent over £600 on traffic fines. Many of these alleged violations are based on unclear images that don't even identify my vehicle. Trying to contest these fines is a complete waste of time. In my 30 years of driving, I’ve never encountered such issues until moving here. This location is the worst place to live, not just in the country but throughout Europe. It's disheartening to see the local council take pride in being the most unfavorable in the UK.
I was fined £80 for driving on a public road in West Croydon, which seems to be a setup for the council to generate revenue amid their financial struggles. It's disheartening because I grew up in this area and have invested in it for the past 30 years. I won't be returning.
Navigating this review process and seeing a low score reflects my recent experience. I'm trying to submit an application, but their website has issues preventing completion. After waiting an hour on the phone, the representative who finally answered was incredibly rude, dismissing my concerns without offering any solutions. The call ended abruptly, which was frustrating and unprofessional. I wonder how someone like that works in this role. A score of zero would be more fitting than one.
I have ongoing problems with the collection of my plastic and cardboard waste. The collectors consistently skip my address, and I've documented instances where they drove past without collecting. This issue also affects my neighbor. Why am I paying council tax if the service is not being provided?
I spent 50 minutes on hold trying to reach the housing department today, only for the call to disconnect when I finally got through. After attempting to call back and waiting another 45 minutes, I gave up. It's infuriating to be left hanging when in need, especially when other reviews indicate a lack of responsiveness from the council.
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