Petition · past parliament

Stop the closure of Long Stratton Post Office

Rejected 14 signatures

What the petition asks

5000+ people bank gone now post office! People without cars a challenge public transport is scarce. Waiting since1930s for bypass never delivered.
Post Offices are crucial for locals for access to cash, banking social contact which is vital.
We need your support NOW. Stop this permanent closure.

Why it was rejected

It was about a matter for a local council or devolved government, not the UK Government or Parliament.

We can’t accept petitions that request action at a local level. We also can't accept petitions about things the Government or Parliament are not directly responsible for.

The Post Office Ltd Board has responsibility for the operations of the Post Office.
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Timeline

13 Nov 2023 Petition opened for signatures
24 Nov 2023 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 14
Status Rejected
Rejected 24 Nov 2023

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