Relocate the bus stop on The Hard in Portsea
The Issue
On the unfortunate day of Monday, 17th August 2026, tragedy struck when a 14-year-old boy was gravely injured outside The Keppels Head Hotel on The Hard, Portsea. This young boy was struck by a lamp post that had been dislodged by a bus mounting the kerb, resulting in him being rushed to critical care. This heartbreaking incident is a grim reminder that the current location of the bus stop poses significant risks to safety due to its inadequate design and space constraints.
The bus stop in question suffers from a dangerously narrow pavement that cannot safely accommodate waiting passengers, particularly during peak times. Furthermore, the road space is insufficient for the number of buses that regularly stop here, leading to dangerous maneuvers as drivers struggle to safely manage the traffic.
Beyond the immediate safety concerns, this inadequate setup generates bottlenecks in traffic flow, contributing to increased congestion and pollution in a busy area of the city already brimming with tourists and locals patronizing nearby businesses. The situation is untenable, leaving pedestrians, especially children and the elderly, vulnerable to accidents.
Our goal is to urge the Portsmouth City Council to take decisive action by relocating this bus stop to a safer, more suitable location. Alternatives could include nearby areas where pavement and road space are more accommodating to passenger and bus needs. This may require investment, but the cost is justified by the safety and wellbeing of the community.
Solutions exist, and change is possible. It begins with formal recognition of the issue, consultation with urban planning experts, and ultimately the reshaping of this hotspot into a safe, efficient part of the city’s transport network.
We stand at a crossroads where action must replace inaction to prevent further accidents. Let us come together to protect our community by demanding the city council prioritize this vital change without delay.
Sign this petition today to help ensure the streets of Portsea are safe for everyone. Your signature is more than a name; it's a step toward preventing another tragedy.
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The Issue
On the unfortunate day of Monday, 17th August 2026, tragedy struck when a 14-year-old boy was gravely injured outside The Keppels Head Hotel on The Hard, Portsea. This young boy was struck by a lamp post that had been dislodged by a bus mounting the kerb, resulting in him being rushed to critical care. This heartbreaking incident is a grim reminder that the current location of the bus stop poses significant risks to safety due to its inadequate design and space constraints.
The bus stop in question suffers from a dangerously narrow pavement that cannot safely accommodate waiting passengers, particularly during peak times. Furthermore, the road space is insufficient for the number of buses that regularly stop here, leading to dangerous maneuvers as drivers struggle to safely manage the traffic.
Beyond the immediate safety concerns, this inadequate setup generates bottlenecks in traffic flow, contributing to increased congestion and pollution in a busy area of the city already brimming with tourists and locals patronizing nearby businesses. The situation is untenable, leaving pedestrians, especially children and the elderly, vulnerable to accidents.
Our goal is to urge the Portsmouth City Council to take decisive action by relocating this bus stop to a safer, more suitable location. Alternatives could include nearby areas where pavement and road space are more accommodating to passenger and bus needs. This may require investment, but the cost is justified by the safety and wellbeing of the community.
Solutions exist, and change is possible. It begins with formal recognition of the issue, consultation with urban planning experts, and ultimately the reshaping of this hotspot into a safe, efficient part of the city’s transport network.
We stand at a crossroads where action must replace inaction to prevent further accidents. Let us come together to protect our community by demanding the city council prioritize this vital change without delay.
Sign this petition today to help ensure the streets of Portsea are safe for everyone. Your signature is more than a name; it's a step toward preventing another tragedy.
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Petition created on 18 August 2026