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To: Network Rail

Reopen Hubert Grove Footbridge

Reopen the footbridge and allow much needed right of access to the local people.

Why is this important?

Initially the footbridge was due to close last year around August for an inspection by Network Rail.But the work was put off untill a new application was made and the bridge closed in February this year.
Once Covid-19 arrived , any work on the bridge or reopening was suspended indefinitely, leaving the bridge closed & the community facing less access to local services.
It is important because the footbridge is a vital link for surrounding neighbourhoods to take their children to school, get to work and access shops.
Untill Network Rail decide when they intend to start work they should reopen the footbridge instead of closing it indefinitely, leaving locals very much cut off in what are already difficult times.

How it will be delivered

Whatsapp, FB , word of mouth and any other media at my disposal.

Brixton, London, UK

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Updates

2021-08-27 18:31:01 +0100

500 signatures reached

2020-04-16 10:08:10 +0100

Lambeth Highways have now responded with a detailed explanation of what needs to be done. The work is major and appears to be complicated by the fact the track has to be closed off at certain stages. Anyway there is still a possibility of the bridge reopening between the stages of improvements. The first thing they intend to do is replace stone slabs that make up the footpath of the bridge and then ,if necessary, replace some or all of the framework.
The estimated time for completion is 2022.
Hopefully we can keep reminding them and not let this project get forgotten or shelved.

2020-04-10 15:20:39 +0100

Network Rail have responed to complaints by adding an extra fence to the top of the stairs at both ends of the bridge. Their workers say this is because people have attempted to climb over. Network Rail have only responded to say the bridge will remain closed for safety reasons but will not elaborate any further.
I have also written to the Highway agency for Lambeth who must fund any repairs to the bridge and work with Network Rail but they don't seem to want to reply.

2020-04-07 08:07:12 +0100

100 signatures reached

2020-04-06 21:17:33 +0100

50 signatures reached

2020-04-06 19:55:59 +0100

25 signatures reached

2020-04-06 19:22:32 +0100

10 signatures reached