I am writing in response to (Path is on track, July 9, pictured, and (Bollards plan, July 19,).

It is wonderful news that the cinder track connecting Old Marston to the cycle track into the Science Area of Oxford is to be surfaced imminently.

The Oxford Mail article (July 9) states this stretch as a “cycle track”. This is incorrect. For many years it has been a footpath only, becoming a popular cycle option after the Oxford cycle track was installed alongside the University Parks from Parks Road.

I believe that it is imperative to display adequate signage after surfacing to remind both cyclists and pedestrians to show empathy and take care when accessing this shared space.

Mary Clarkson (Letters July 19) suggested there would be a meeting to sort out concerns regarding installing additional bollards on the Parry Close footpath to increase pedestrian safety.

Ideally this meeting must include the signage issue and also discover who is responsible for the wooden crossing bridge at Parsons Pleasure (Marston end). Part of the balustrade is decaying. It needs repair and TLC as many young children cross this bridge.

Finally we must not forget the sterling work of Mick Haines – Marston’s Independent councillor, who has finally managed to secure adequate lighting for Croft Road Park, the cinder track continuing along the rear of Purcell Road.

Everyone will be able to use this shortcut safely, avoiding traffic on this busy popular route at night and when the evenings draw in.

ELAINE BENNETT, Marston Road, Oxford