It saw a new pavement built between George Street and Swan Terrace, footways widened and repaved around the junction of High Street and the A259 and new paving between West Street and George Street. Carl Maynard, lead member for transport and environment, said: “This project was planned in close consultation with local traders and residents and the feedback we’ve received during and after completion has been overwhelmingly positive. “The improvements have made it easier for pedestrians to negotiate their way around what is a very busy area and have made the Old Town a more attractive place for residents and visitors. “I’d like to thank residents and traders for their co-operation and to pay tribute to our contractors, Kier. “I’d also like to acknowledge the role played by the late councillors Jeremy Birch and John Hodges, who were always very supportive of this scheme and what it was doing to improve Hastings.” The scheme had the backing of the Hastings Old Town Residents Association (HOTRA), which had campaigned for pedestrian improvements to the area. Chairman Dick Edwards said: “The whole project has been thoughtfully handled from the outset with regular updates and the contractors have been skilled, hard-working and diligent. “The design and materials are first rate for such a visually sensitive position. “The improvement has been overwhelmingly praised. Sincere thanks to all involved.” Don’t miss out on all the latest breaking news where you live. Here are four ways you can be sure you’ll be amongst the first to know what’s going on. 1) Make our website your homepage at www.hastingsobserver.co.uk/ 2) Like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hastingsobserver 3) Follow us on Twitter @HastingsObs 4) Register with us by clicking on ‘sign in’ (top right corner). You can then receive our daily newsletter AND add your point of view to stories that you read here. And do share with your family and friends - so they don’t miss out! The Hastings Observer - always the first with your local news. Be part of it.