Coventry schools to be asked to pay for crossing wardens...

[dutchman]

Schools in Coventry could be asked to fund crossing patrols as the local authority looks to save money.



Coventry City Council said they cost almost £400,000 a year, about £5,000 each.

A council spokesperson said talks were at a very early stage, but schools were in a better position to take them over.

"It would also offer them flexibility in how they provide the service with some on-going support from us," they said.

Some parents at Whitmore Park Primary said schools were already struggling to fund other facilities, and that crossing patrols were essential for safety.