Wellington street could lose Philip Larkin link

A street in Wellington honouring poet Philip Larkin - who described his time in the town as the "most unhappy of his life" - could be axed unless residents vote to keep it.

As part of the town's multi-million pound re-development, Larkin Way, named after the poet who worked at Wellington Library from 1943 to 1946, could be re-named.

Larkin also said his time in the town was "the most creative".

Councillor Eric Carter, Telford & Wrekin Council cabinet member for environment and regeneration, said Larkin Way, next to the library, had altered dramatically and a new name was up for grabs.

He said: "What better way to celebrate than giving residents a chance to name the new link to the town centre, which replaces the former Larkin Way."

Council chiefs have said the road could keep its name - if that's what the public want.

Telford & Wrekin Council spokesman Russell Griffin said: "If there is a great sentimentality to keep it as Larkin Way then of course we will keep it."

Suggestions can be sent to bti@telford.gov.uk or by post to Corporate Communications, Civic Offices, Coach Central, Telford, by March 31.

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