Bike repair stations in Portsmouth removed due to damage
A TOTAL of four bike repair stations have already been removed in Portsmouth after just four months due to vandalism - with a fifth reported as damaged.
The city council has confirmed the stations equipped with basic tools and a pump have been taken away with five remaining.
They were installed in July for the use of cyclists, wheelchair and pram users.
A council spokeswoman said: 'Regrettably the cycle repair stations formerly at Fratton Bridge, Albert Road, Eastney Esplanade/Henderson Road and Eastern Road have been removed due to damage sustained.'
Since then a resident has reported damage to the station near Clarence Pier in Southsea.
The spokeswoman added: 'We weren't aware of the issues with this repair station but we will assess the damage once lockdown restrictions allow.'
Stations can be found in Hampshire Terrace, Broad Street , Devonshire Square and South Parade.