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Fight to keep Small schools open

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Llanbister primary school in Wales faces possible closure from the local council. This means that children as young as 4 will have to travel distances of more than 30 miles a day to attend the nearest school. The school also houses the community hall which would be lost if the school closed.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. The closure of schools is the responsibility of your local council.

You could raise your issue with a local councillor, who represents you. You can use this page to find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them:
https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillor

Timeline

16 Jan 2016 Petition opened for signatures
18 Jan 2016 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 18 Jan 2016

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.