Lancashire County Council Promises to Review School Crossing Patrol after Schoolboy's Plea

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11-year-old William Cartwright, a resident of Bacup, has been tirelessly advocating for a safer crossing on Burnley Road in his town. At a recent Full Council meeting at County Hall in Preston, William presented his concerns and collected over 1,200 signatures on his online petition. The council has since committed to reviewing the possibility of introducing a school crossing patrol to address the issue of vehicles traveling at high speeds on the busy road.

Key Takeaways:

  • William Cartwright, an 11-year-old resident of Bacup, has started an online petition to install a zebra crossing on Burnley Road after witnessing multiple "near incidents" due to speeding cars.
  • The petition has garnered over 1,200 signatures, with many residents concerned about the safety of children and adults crossing the road.
  • Lancashire County Council has promised to review the possibility of introducing a school crossing patrol on Burnley Road, pending the outcome of a review scheduled for after the school holidays.
  • The council acknowledged the road's technical difficulties but agreed to review the site to see if a school crossing patrol could be introduced.
  • Coun Warren Goldsworthy thanked William for his initiative and assured him that he would be kept informed of the review's outcome.
  • Lancashire County Council receives many similar requests for safety improvements, but they must prioritize based on available budget constraints.

Statistics:

  • The online petition to install a zebra crossing on Burnley Road has collected over 1,200 signatures.
  • The current zebra crossing nearest to the required location is approximately 300 meters away, adding 8-9 minutes to the journey.
  • The review of introducing a school crossing patrol on Burnley Road is scheduled to take place after the school holidays.

Sources:

  • Lancashire Telegraph
  • Lancashire County Council spokesperson