A few years back, a heartrending tragedy unfolded when a young child was knocked down outside Milwards Primary School in Harlow, Essex. The incident sparked immediate action, with a Zebra crossing installed outside the school. Yet, the majority of the crossings in Harlow finds themselves in a debilitating state today, urgently requiring repainting. These crossings become even more dangerous at night when visibility is significantly reduced. Having reported this urgent matter to the Essex County Council, the concerned authority has failed to act. Their inaction is a clear disregard of their 'Duty of Care.'

According to Road Safety GB, pedestrian fatalities occur mainly on urban roads, and over half of those recorded deaths occur at crossings. These statistics underline the importance and urgent need for safely maintained crossings. The repercussions of ignoring such issues can be disastrous as witnessed in the past here in Harlow.

 In 2023, 405 pedestrians were killed in Great Britain, whilst 6,067 were reported to be seriously injured and 12,791 slightly injured. (Source www.gov.uk

This is a petition to the Essex County Council urging them to rectify this situation in Harlow. Let us ensure that our crossings are safe for everyone, particularly children who use these crossings daily to go to school. We need your support. Please sign this petition and urge the Essex County Council to prioritize the improvement and repainting of Zebra and Pelican crossings in Harlow, Essex. Safety should never be compromised. Your signature can incite an indispensable change.