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Abdul Hai says the needle exchange on Pentonville road will not 'infringe on or cause a nuisance to' local residents, yet I disagree. With this location being right next to Chads Place there are many small streets and alleyways that are already used by drug addicts and as toilets by club/pub goers. As I live right by these streets I am deeply concerned that they will become more dangerous and dirty. When I walk down them with my child we have to be careful to avoid the feces, urine and vomit. What will happen now? Used needles to add to the minefield that is a much neglected part of Kings Cross? It is extremely naive to say that because the area is not 'totally residential' then its ok to site the needle exchange here. Our children are still entitled to live in a clean and safe environment. Residents were desperate to get out of the area when it was blighted by drugs and prostitution. Since the redevelopment began its been a chance to give the locals reason to be proud of Kings Cross. Why stop caring about them now?