Fund a pedestrian/cycle bridge as part of the A38 Upgrade in Somerset

Rejected 16 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to fund installation of a low-cost pedestrian/cyclist bridge within the Somerset A38 upgrade project on the well-used Strawberry line path as the only real solution to remove a dangerous crossing and allows for easier traffic flow on a primary link to Bristol Airport.

We believe putting back a simple bridge at track bed level, at Shute Shelve makes life easier for wheelchairs, removes the road safety hazard completely & aids the flow of traffic - the £31M A38 upgrade’s aim.

We think the proposed solution, traffic lights, is of marginal benefit to users but seriously inconvenience motorists. It doesn't represent VfM. Somerset recognise enabling 158,000+ path users pa to cross this busy road safely is a priority, with a bridge as their preferred solution.

Why it was rejected

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

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Timeline

14 Oct 2025	Petition opened for signatures
17 Nov 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 16

Status Rejected

Rejected 17 Nov 2025

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