Petition · past parliament

Transition from manual operation to an automatic system, Whitehall Road railroad

Rejected 20 signatures

What the petition asks

Residents are advocating for a transition from manual operation to an automatic system at the Whitehall Road railroad crossing.
Addressing concerns about safety & efficiency, transitioning to an automatic system at the crossing would also help alleviate issues related to waste collection & postal services. This leads to delays and potential disruptions in mail delivery & waste collection.We need a more streamlined & reliable crossing system.

An automatic crossing, residents anticipate smoother safer traffic flow, accessibility for waste collection vehicles and postal. This would Improve our environment & life.

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.
 
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Timeline

12 Mar 2024 Petition opened for signatures
25 Mar 2024 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 20
Status Rejected
Rejected 25 Mar 2024

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