Petition · past parliament
Let's get Thornton back on track - Reinstatement of the rail link.
Closed
40 signatures
What the petition asks
The rail link from Poulton Le Fylde to Fleetwood via Thornton closed to to passengers in 1970 and to freight in 1999. The effect on our transport infrastructure and on jobs has been devastating.
Why do we want this?
1. To better connect Thornton Cleveleys to Poulton and Fleetwood (via rail and / or tram)
2. To battle the traffic congestion on our roads
3. To bring greater employment opportunities and economic prosperity to the area
1. To better connect Thornton Cleveleys to Poulton and Fleetwood (via rail and / or tram)
2. To battle the traffic congestion on our roads
3. To bring greater employment opportunities and economic prosperity to the area
Timeline
| 13 Dec 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 13 Jun 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
40
Status
Closed
Opened
13 Dec 2018
Closed
13 Jun 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.