Dear Horton Kirby residents,

I am reaching out to you with a matter of great importance concerning the proposed road closures planned to take place between 4 January and 26 March 2027, affecting our communities in Horton Kirby, South Darenth, and Sutton-at-Hone. These closures are said to cause significant disruption and, as residents, we must ask: who is standing up for us?

Consider my situation—a personal example that many of you may relate to. I live in Saxon Place, and the proposed closures mean I will face over a 20-mile diversion each time I need to take my son to his school in Sutton-at-Hone. That's just the beginning of my journey each day, as I then need to navigate the same lengthy route back home before heading off to work. This isn't just about inconvenience; it's about hours lost that could be spent with family and additional costs that many already strained budgets cannot accommodate.

The council has offered little in terms of solutions, and questions remain unanswered about how we can minimize the impact of these disruptions. What about emergency services and the elderly who rely on quick access to healthcare? What provisions are being made for public transport? These closures don't just affect those of us who commute; they affect the heartbeat of our community.

We need a plan that prioritizes residents' needs, including:
- Flexible routing options for residents during closure periods, assisted by technology that suggests feasible alternate routes.
- Early release of a comprehensive diversion plan with clear signage and information well in advance.
- Provisions for increased public transportation to minimize individual vehicle use.
- A contingency plan for emergencies, particularly for those health and emergency services that require immediate access.

This is where we need your help. By signing this petition, you enable us to take these concerns to the council backed by the whole community's voice. Let’s show them that Horton Kirby residents are united and demand practical solutions—not just stopgap measures that fail to consider our day-to-day lives.

Please sign this petition so we can work as one to press for meaningful change. Together, we can stand up for our community and ensure our needs aren’t overlooked.