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Install a pedestrian crossing on the A43 at Weldon Lakes Priors Hall ParkThere are no facilities (shops, Cafes or Doctors Surgeries) on Lake View PHP estate and none planned for the foreseeable future resulting in residents having to drive to Weldon to access vital services. Children also have to cross the busy A43 to catch the school buses and pedestrians risk life and limb keeping fit. This leaves communities isolated.577 of 600 SignaturesCreated by Robert Riley
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Give York Back to the PedestriansYork is a medieval city with narrow streets, ancient buildings and lots of tourists. Moving around parts of the city during the day can be difficult and dangerous, especially for those with limited mobility. There is constant traffic in parts of the city where there need not be, car users taking advantage of their privilege with no thought to the safety or rights of others. I believe that removing cars from York city centre would be beneficial to tourism, as it would make moving around the city easier. Additionally, heavy goods vehicles have done damage to a number of ancient buildings on Stonegate and Gillygate. Goods vehicles should be restricted to those of an appropriate size for the narrow nature of the streets in the ancient part of the city. The rights of a few car-users are currently trumping the rights of the majority of York residents. Polluting our air, crowding the city and causing danger to residents and tourists alike. Pedestrianisation will encourage the use of public transport and bicycles to access the city, thus improving the air quality in and around York and working towards a more sustainable future. Improving pedestrian and cycle access from residential areas to the city will further improve accessibility for those without the privilege of their own car. There are many ancient cities in Europe that are either partly or fully pedestrianised, without a significant impact on tourism or business. Make York an example to the rest of the United Kingdom for preserving the heritage of our ancient cities.31 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Adam Doxford
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Save the great tree pub stop the demolition and grant community asset transferTo save and celebrate our local history and heritage. To gain community asset transfer to restore the building to its former glory.123 of 200 SignaturesCreated by Rachel Jones
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Protect Killearn Hotel (Black Bull)We need to protect local businesses in the area. If we do not, villages such as Killearn will become dormant areas in the suburbs of big cities. We need to attract young people to stay in the area by creating and maintaining businesses and jobs. There is massive opportunity - with the right investment - for this hotel to thrive. Killearn is situated in an outstandingly beautiful area. There is the most stunning Village Hall which is an extremely popular wedding venue. There is no doubt that it would be an even more popular venue if there was accommodation in the village. This is the only hotel and we are considering demolishing it! It would be incredibly sad for current and future generations.27 of 100 SignaturesCreated by Charlotte Brenninkmeijer
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Fund The Greenway Extension Out To StrathfoyleThis is important because extending the greenway will: - Connect Strathfoyle with their environment & The City of Derry - Provide a safe and scenic walking and cycling route away from dangers - Improve health and well-being & encourage more healthy active lifestyles - Tackle rural isolation and social exclusion - Improve mental health and well-being754 of 800 SignaturesCreated by Strathfoyle CommunityEmpowermentProject
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Demolish Un-used Crown House Eyesore In KidderminsterKidderminster has been the target of many jokes on T.V, the radio, in writing and on the grape vine but now, at last, a brilliant opportunity has come to finally redevelop our dying town to create an aesthetically pleasing environment in which local people and folk from far and wide can visit to enjoy a great shopping experience and contribute to the revenue for our town. However, it appears that the Wyre Forest District Council will not spend the money required to purchase and demolish the un-used Crown House building and have decided instead to develop around it which will leave this disgusting, green covered monstrosity overshadowing any chance our town has of a new start. This ugly un-used building (recently voted one of the worst buildings in the UK) is affecting real development opportunities in our town that in turn will benefit retailers, visitors and encourage new stores to open in our dying high street. Furthermore, this increase in much needed revenue will benefit the Wyre Forest District Council! There is nothing to think about here...lets stand up together and get this depressing building demolished for once and all to allow our wonderful little town to finally shine at last. Please, please vote now and help shape the present for a bright new future.150 of 200 SignaturesCreated by Christian Koisser
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No to extra uncapped 90000 people Event DaysCase Study: Event Day at Wembley National Stadium where Tottenham Hotspur Football Club played. There was proven irregularities towards the implementation of effective control of traffic leaving the stadium by appointed CSP personnel causing heavier flows of vehicles within the vicinity, causing increased pollution and lessening quality of life. Observed drinking, urinating and defecating on residential streets, not only within Wembley but broader location. http://wembleychampions.blogspot.co.uk/251 of 300 SignaturesCreated by Wembley Champions
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30mph Speed Limit In Hare Green, Great BromleySpeeding along the Harwich Road has become more and more a problem with a number of motorists exceeding the existing 40mph limit, as proven by our Community Speedwatch Team. Vehicles pulling out of side roads and pedestrians attempting to cross the road are all at risk.132 of 200 SignaturesCreated by Great Bromley Parish Council
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Protect Sheffield Central LibraryThe library belongs to everybody and we do not consent to the Council selling it off or leasing it for use as a private hotel. Our library is more than books. It’s part of our community’s stories, connections, routines, traditions and heritage. Although the Council is suffering from funding cuts, dismantling our heritage and our community piece by piece for the sake of short-term gains is not the answer. We are concerned that the Council is giving undue priority to the potential developer, Sichaun Guodong Group, and failing to properly consider the people of Sheffield, who own the building, and make itself accountable to them. Furthermore, it is our view that the Council’s actions since November 2016, relating to the proposed sale or lease and redevelopment of the Central Library building, have not met the required standards of transparency and openness. We have seen no firm plans or funding propositions for an alternative central library if the purpose built Art Deco library building which was gifted to the city by JG Graves is turned into a hotel. If the council is as cash-strapped as it says, how can it fund a new fit-for-purpose building? And how will it protect and maintain the Graves Gallery and Library Theatre, currently housed in the library building? Our city deserves better than this. We ask Sheffield City Council to: 1. Refrain from signing the proposed 12-month exclusivity agreement with Sichaun Guodong Group (SG), which would block all other potential investment in the library for 12 months, or any other agreement for the sale or lease and redevelopment of the Central Library building 2. Properly consider the alternatives A feasibility study is essential to make sure any actions taken are transparently in the best interests of the people of Sheffield. The Council is in discussions with only one potential developer of the library building, which has not been put on the market. If a private development is truly in the best interests of Sheffield, SCLAG maintains that the building must be marketed openly to ensure best value for Sheffield. 3. Give us evidence of best practice due diligence. In June 2016, The Council agreed Heads of Terms with SG regarding investments in Sheffield, including the proposed hotel project. In November 2016, the Council took the decision to enter into a 12-month exclusivity agreement with the company, to enable project evaluation. We want guarantees from the Council that best practice due diligence has been undertaken, regarding both SG itself and the proposed hotel development, as a basis for entering into these agreements. 4. Allow enough time for proper evaluation and scrutiny The Council now hopes to develop the June 2016 Heads of Terms agreements with SG into full legal agreements, apparently before the expiration of the 12-month exclusivity agreement (which we believe has yet to be signed). Proper evaluation of alternatives and project scrutiny will require more time (18 months for a feasibility study, according to the Council). SCLAG maintains that a longer timeframe is essential to best serve the interests of the people of Sheffield, not just the developer. 5. Guarantee permanent fit-for-purpose Central Library services The Council has not made provision for a new, permanent Central Library building prior to closure of the existing building, and an ‘interim solution’ has been mooted. There is, therefore, the clear risk that a ‘temporary’ solution will become a permanent one. 6. Provide maximum project transparency The Council advises that a ‘formal approach’ was received by SG, leading to the Heads of Terms agreements of June 2016. Neither the content of the ‘formal approach’ nor the agreement has been made public. Already at this early stage, the Council has been unable to provide a consistent or definite answer to whether or not it has signed an exclusivity agreement with SG. To enable full public scrutiny, SCLAG seeks the maximum permissible transparency from the Council regarding the approach from, negotiations with and agreements with SG, as well as project plans, procedures and timeframes. Sheffield Central Library Action Group is a platform for concerned citizens who oppose the sale or lease and redevelopment of the JG Graves Library building in the city centre.197 of 200 SignaturesCreated by SCLAG Sheffield Central Library Action Group
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Maintain Moorwell Place on Eccleshill Recreation GroundMoorwell Place sits at the bottom of Eccleshill Recreation Ground. It is public right of way and the only pedestrian footpath leading from Moorside Road to the footpath that runs down the side of the recreation ground, by the bowling green. It is used by the residents of Eccleshill, including Parents with toddlers and pushchairs, children on their way to school, cyclists, followers of the Eccleshill History Trail and many others, along with the residents of the street. At present, it is in a sorry state. It is muddy and full of deep potholes, making it extremely unsafe. It is inaccessible to mobility vehicles/wheelchairs. For a number of years, the residents of Moorwell Place have asked the council to maintain the road which, although they have previously acknowledged responsibility for, they have refused to maintain in an effective manner. More recently the residents have been told that the road is an “unadopted road” and the council have refused to undertake any maintenance work. After some investigation, it has been established that the road was in fact created by the local board (the council) in 1864 and as such cannot be deemed an unadopted road – it is in fact a road created by the council in 1864 and they have failed to maintain it. Further evidence suggests that a court case in 1864 established that the council were responsible for the creation of the road – but that it must remain part of the recreation ground "intact" forever. Council asset management documents show that the road is part of the recreation ground which is a registered village green. The council are owners and managers of the village green and are responsible for its maintenance.208 of 300 SignaturesCreated by Emma Heal
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Urgent provision of pelican crossing, at junction of Flag Lane and Wistaston Road CREWEIf ever a junction needed pelican crossings it's this one (flag lane/wistaston road at the crossroads). I witnessed yet another near miss there today, when a child stepped out into moving traffic! He seemed distracted looking at his mobile phone and ended up literally a hairs breath off being hit by a moving car! Yes people shouldn't get distracted crossing roads, but it happens. There's also the need for vulnerable people to cross safely, ie: within an allotted time and with clear indication of when it is safe for them to do so. It is always an extremely busy juction, but during school term time is particularly horrendous with large groups of children of all ages heading to/ from the many different schools on that route.There's sadly going to be a serious accident one day. Please don't let a fatality be reason to act on this issue!125 of 200 SignaturesCreated by Gilly Willy
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Protect Cranleigh (and surrounding villages) from Asbestos Fibres in Our Drinking WaterThere is no safe level of asbestos exposure. We don't want to wait 30 years for a cancer cluster in Cranleigh to prove that we are at risk from our drinking water. We want independent testing to be carried out now to assess the risk to public health. Almost 30% of the drinking water supply pipes in Cranleigh (highlighted in pink on the above map) are made from asbestos cement (AC), compared to a reported average of 2% throughout the rest of the Thames Water Region. The pipes are between 50 and 70 years old and frequently burst, increasing the amount of free asbestos fibres entering the drinking water supply. Evidence shows that ageing AC drinking water pipes also degrade internally over time through water friction and low pH levels, releasing free asbestos fibres into the drinking water supply. Furthermore, an increase in water pressure within these deteriorating AC pipes to accommodate significant housing development in Cranleigh will lead to more bursts and the release of more asbestos fibres. The United States Environmental Protection Agency has been testing for asbestos fibres in drinking water since 1992 due to decaying AC water mains. No one is testing our drinking water for asbestos fibres, no one is calculating the risk to residents in Cranleigh.843 of 1,000 SignaturesCreated by Jane Price
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