The Hilton & Sir Robert McAlpine
Will has been at the forefront of efforts to address ongoing safety concerns related to the Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre on Victoria Way. The building, constructed by Sir Robert McAlpine, has experienced multiple incidents involving loose cladding panels, resulting in frequent closures of the A320 Victoria Way. These disruptions have had a significant impact on local residents and businesses.
- Highlighted Safety Concerns: Will has consistently raised concerns about loose cladding panels at the Hilton Hotel and Conference Centre on Victoria Way, which have posed safety risks. He voiced these concerns publicly on his Twitter account, stressing the danger of the panels and their impact on local safety (Will Forster on Twitter).
- Addressed Road Closures: Will has addressed the significant disruption caused by repeated closures of the A320 Victoria Way due to safety issues. On his social media platforms, he highlighted how these closures have caused inconvenience to local residents and businesses (Construction News, Will Forster on Twitter).
- Held Developers Accountable: Will publicly called on Sir Robert McAlpine, the construction firm responsible, to take full responsibility for the safety issues. He urged the company to act swiftly to resolve the problems, which he also discussed in his posts on Facebook and Twitter.
- Demanded Compensation: Will has used his Twitter account to call for compensation for businesses affected by the closures, stressing that local stakeholders should not bear the financial burden of the construction company's repeated errors (Construction News, Will Forster on Twitter).
- Pushed for Independent Inspection: Will has advocated for an independent safety inspection of the Hilton building to ensure its structural integrity and public safety, which he discussed on both his Twitter and Facebook accounts.
- Expressed Public Frustration: Will openly expressed his frustration with the ongoing issues on his social media, condemning the situation as unacceptable and emphasizing the need for urgent action to prevent future disruptions (Will Forster on Twitter, Construction News).
Will’s commitment to holding construction firms accountable and ensuring the safety and well-being of Woking residents remains a top priority. He will continue to push for swift action and solutions to ensure that the Hilton Hotel and its surrounding areas are safe for everyone.
