Close Underground trains for an appropriate amount of time amidst COVID19.

Rejected 12 signatures

What the petition asks

We would like the government to at least consider closing the use of the undergound down in the coming weeks or as soon as possible, in addition to taking necessary actions to prevent further spread of covid19.

We would like the government to enforce this action due to the growing number of cases and deaths which is causing fear amongst the public. In our view the government and health officials should take a proactive approach by closing the undergound trains so the virus does not spread any further. We hope to come to an agreement as soon as possible in a timely manner.

Why it was rejected

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

Responsibility for TfL is devolved to the Mayor of London and not the Government or Parliament.

You can petition directly to TfL here: https://www.london.gov.uk/about-us/london-assembly/petitions

You can find out more about coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and others here:

www.gov.uk/coronavirus

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

The Government has also created an online service to help you out what you can do if you’re struggling because of coronavirus: https://www.gov.uk/find-coronavirus-support

You can read NHS tips to help if you are worried about coronavirus here: https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-anxiety-tips

Timeline

24 Mar 2020	Petition opened for signatures
30 Apr 2020	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 12

Status Rejected

Rejected 30 Apr 2020

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