Since I'm here, yes I pleaded at the time for a proper crossing to replace the one they removed.
Unfortunately instead we have the crossing outside the underpass which, despite the tactile paving and it being step free, I could not recommend to my worst disabled enemy, as the visibility is so bad. Agreed, the hoardings do not help.
Hopefully they provide a pelican crossing in the future, especially if there are retail units as part of the development.