Stop pavement parking on Sandy Park Road

The Issue

Pavement parking is a widespread problem, but a particular concern on Sandy Park Road in Brislington West. 

Drivers regularly block the narrow pavements in this busy, shopping street, sometimes forcing pedestrians onto the road to get past. It’s an accident waiting to happen.

Drivers often reverse over the zebra crossing to access the local shops rather than using the local car park and walking a few metres! 

Drivers regularly park on the zigzag lines of the zebra crossing reducing visibility for people crossing the road. 

We have repeatedly asked Bristol City Council to do something about it but to no avail. We are now demanding the council step up enforcement and find a long-term solution such as railings and/or bollards. 

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Andrew VarneyPetition StarterLiberal Democrat councillor for Brislington West. Deputy Lord Mayor of Bristol, 2025 to 2026 and 2021 to 2022. Lord Mayor of Bristol 2024 to 2025.
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The Issue

Pavement parking is a widespread problem, but a particular concern on Sandy Park Road in Brislington West. 

Drivers regularly block the narrow pavements in this busy, shopping street, sometimes forcing pedestrians onto the road to get past. It’s an accident waiting to happen.

Drivers often reverse over the zebra crossing to access the local shops rather than using the local car park and walking a few metres! 

Drivers regularly park on the zigzag lines of the zebra crossing reducing visibility for people crossing the road. 

We have repeatedly asked Bristol City Council to do something about it but to no avail. We are now demanding the council step up enforcement and find a long-term solution such as railings and/or bollards. 

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Andrew VarneyPetition StarterLiberal Democrat councillor for Brislington West. Deputy Lord Mayor of Bristol, 2025 to 2026 and 2021 to 2022. Lord Mayor of Bristol 2024 to 2025.
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Petition created on 26 February 2023