Snowed in in Morley?

The weather today has had a significant impact on the Morley wide area. Most of the roads are slow with many vehicles struggling with the hills that surround Morley. Morrison's car park is only about half full and many people are valiantly making their way to work in whatever way they can.

The interesting debate is the one about gritting and snow clearing. After last years problems the Council has put more money into gritting and snow clearing - keeping most of the main roads clear during the Christmas break. Is it now time to consider setting up an extended snow clearing strategy which looks at weeks - instead of days - of heavy snowfall. Is it an inevitable consequence of global warming or a one off where money set aside to gear up for such future events may be wasted?

I think we need a debate on this issue and we also need to reflect on whether we revisit previous years where those who are able bodied and registered as unemployed are asked to join a snow clearing team that particularly focuses on clearing pathways adjacent to properties and areas with large numbers of pensioners. It would enable the unemployed to make a positive contribution to their community and show future employers their working commitment during difficult circumstances.