Reintroduce Trams in Norwich City Centre to combat air pollution.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Today the BBC reported on Norwich being ranked as one of the worst cities in the UK for air pollution.

I believe that this is caused by diesel buses stuck in traffic.

To combat this, Trams could be re-introduced to central Norwich. Electricity generated by solar panels could power them.

UK’s worst polluting cities article:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-43964341

Norwich used to have a thriving Tram network but this was abolished to make way for cars and buses. Supporting article:

http://www.edp24.co.uk/features/when-trams-ruled-the-streets-of-norwich-1-4856536

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. Local public transport 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-councillors

You can petition the council here:

https://www.norwich.gov.uk/info/20011/about_your_council/1347/petitions/1

Timeline

2 May 2018	Petition opened for signatures
8 May 2018	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 8 May 2018

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