We refer to Ms Juliana Ang Hiok Lian letter " Sunken walkway poses safety risk’” (ST Online, 30 Aug).
 
Tunnelling work for the stretch of road between Botanic Gardens and Stevens stations was completed in July 2012, and did not affect roads around Chatelet condominium. For the safety of pedestrians using the walkway however, we have worked with our contractor to smoothen the walkway and surrounding area.  Instrumentation and monitoring measures are also in place to ensure that works are carried out safely at all times.
 
We thank Ms Ang for the opportunity to clarify.
 

Helen Lim (Ms)
Director, Media Relations
Land Transport Authority