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A full independent inquiry in to the Bristol fly problem

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Avonmouth, lawrence weston and shirehampton areas of Bristol are currently inundated with flies. As yet no satisfactory answer or solution has been put forward by Bristol city council. This needs urgent action as the situation is getting worse.

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. This is the responsibility of your local council.

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Timeline

7 Aug 2019 Petition opened for signatures
14 Aug 2019 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 14 Aug 2019

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