'Close' but it's not right for Arlington Street in Sunderland as 'administrative error' led to road sign mistake

The sign at the east end of Arlington Street has decayed over the years and is difficult to read.

So a new sign was put up. Unfortunately it said “Arlington Close”, causing a few problems for delivery drivers.

The correct sign is now in place.

A Sunderland City Council spokesperson said: “This was an administrative error and we’re grateful that it has been brought to our attention so it can be resolved.”

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