I am a parent with a child who attends the pre-school and school on Twiggs Lane in Marchwood. Every day, the routine task of dropping off and picking up my child becomes a stressful ordeal. The traffic congestion, lack of adequate parking, and sometimes reckless driving not only frustrate parents but pose a significant risk to everyone involved, especially the young children who are merely trying to enter and leave their school safely.

Twiggs Lane is a central road in the lovely community of Marchwood, and it's high time we address the pressing issue of inadequate parking and traffic safety. Picture the scene: cars double-parked along the roadside, blocking visibility for pedestrians and other vehicles, while anxious parents quickly maneuver their vehicles around tight spaces—all of which heighten the risk of accidents. This is not just inconvenient; it's dangerous.

The solution lies in the implementation of designated parking bays along Twiggs Lane. By organizing the parking situation, we can improve the flow of traffic, reduce the chances of hazardous driving, and ensure the safety of our community's children. Parking bays would provide orderly spaces for parents and guardians to park their cars while dropping off or picking up children, thereby reducing congestion and creating a safer environment.

According to road safety statistics, organized parking can significantly decrease roadway incidents by improving visibility and organization. Implementing parking bays is a practical step that can bring about immense benefits not only for the parents but also for the local community, reducing risks, and making school journeys less stressful.

I urge our local council and community leaders to prioritize this issue and take swift action to redesign Twiggs Lane with safety in mind. The wellbeing of our children should be of utmost importance. The proposed road layout scheme:

https://www.hants.gov.uk/transport/transportschemes/a326-north-waterside-improvements currently has no funding.

Please sign this petition to show your support for creating safer and more organized parking outside the pre-school and school on Twiggs Lane. Together, we can make a significant change for the betterment of our children's safety and ease the stress on parents during school hours.