Petition · past parliament

Improve safety for drivers & pedestrians at Spring Road & Station Road junction.

Rejected 11 signatures

What the petition asks

In light of a spate of recent accidents, we the local residents want action to improve safety for both pedestrians and drivers at this dangerous junction.
Royston Smith MP and local councillors James Baillie and Alex Houghton are supporting in this petition.

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. Safety on local roads 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

10 Dec 2016 Petition opened for signatures
15 Dec 2016 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 11
Status Rejected
Rejected 15 Dec 2016

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