I almost fell down the canal footpath, this place has become a joke. However, they have been left angered that the canal has been left in "such a state." The footpath, which has several uneven and fragile-looking planks, has not been cordoned off, and no sign has been erected despite the group raising the issue with Scottish Canals. (Image: Newsquest)Cllr Traynor says she has written to Scottish Canals requesting a meeting regarding the issues. “The issues raised are not ones that Scottish Canals can tackle alone.