WORRIED Stoney Hill residents who are claiming pedestrians "take their lives in their hands" in West Road have hit out at the delay over installing speed humps.

Earlier this month, the Advertiser/Messenger revealed plans to install 27 speed humps and a 20mph limit in Fordhouse, East, North, West and College roads have been put on hold after campaigners called for them to be scrapped.

Leading campaigner Graham Reddie, of East Road, says his own survey revealed most people did not want the humps, but last year - when Worcestershire Highways Partnership in Bromsgrove conducted its own survey, only 12 people objected.

Residents in West Road say they want the scheme to go ahead, as soon as possible.

Carol Small said she was disappointed the scheme was on hold because she was looking forward to a stress-free time walking with her four young children.

She added: "I am bitter it has been stalled at the eleventh hour, especially as the partnership took great pains to consult all residents.

"What a waste of their time and our money to start the process all over again, just because a vocal minority won't let the issue rest."

And Pam Harrison, one of the first people to complain, said she would no longer let her grandchildren visit because they "take their lives in their hands" and was aggrieved campaigners had not come forward sooner.

She added: "Something has got to be done because it is very dangerous. Motorists treat it like a rat run."

Partnership manager Jon Fraser said; "We thought the vast majority were in favour and we were set to go ahead but, having been made aware of concerns I think it is sensible that we re-consult to make absolutely sure."