BT's bid to replace its tired fleet of phone boxes with 'street hubs' on Aylsham Road and Queens Road in Norwich have sparked fears advertising screens will distract drivers.

Businesses on Aylsham Road and campaign group Norwich Adblock have spoken out over the plans.

Proposals to replace the phone box on the street, next to Exotic & Tropical Foods, have seen backlash from a local business owner who believes the road is dangerous enough without the added distraction of the screens.

ROAD SAFETY FEARS

The owner of the shop has objected to the plans (Image: Jack Warren)

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The owner of Master of Barbers, who did not want to be named, said: "They sent a letter about it so we made a complaint.

"Since I have been here I have seen too many accidents, that is why they put speed cameras here.

"There are a lot of kids who walk by and go to school.

"It is very dangerous for the public.

"It will distract drivers and be dangerous for the public.

Sue Chen, who runs the Plaice For Taste Chip shop, said: "Sometimes it is a bit dangerous here.

"The road is sometimes very, very busy and people drive very quickly.

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