I am a resident of our community affected by the proposed closure of the local railway crossing. Closure of this railway crossing inconveniences our entire community, impacting our daily commutes, and severing a vital link in our town.

Statistics from towns similar to ours show that the closure of key railway crossings can increase journey times by up to 40% (National Railways Association, 2019). This delay not only disrupts our lives but also strains local businesses that depend on timely commutes.

Further, by shutting down this crossing, it takes away a critical route for emergency services, potentially increasing response times in life-or-death situations. We cannot let the well-being of our community be compromised for the sake of convenience for railway companies.

We urge local authorities to understand the impact of this closure on our community and reconsider their decision. As residents, our voices should be heard and our convenience considered. Please, sign this petition to halt the closure of our railway crossing.