500 signatures reached
To: Tameside Council
Traffic Safety outside Masjid-e-Hamzah
Kaleel is calling on the Tameside council traffic operations team to conduct an assessment and propose the most cost-effective safety options for children and parents in Ashton St. Peters Ward.
Why is this important?
Kaleel Khan, an Independent Candidate for the Ashton St. Peters Ward, has listened to the concerns of local residents in Ashton St. Peters Ward. People are worried about the road safety of children and parents going to Masjid-e-Hamzah in Ashton Under Lyne on Katherine Street, especially during the busy hours of 3:30 pm to 7 pm.
Despite many parents raising concerns, Tameside council has not taken action to ensure the road safety of our community, particularly our children, despite repeated calls for a solution over the years.
For instance, Kalsoom, a mother, feels extremely scared when she walks to the mosque with her 5-year-old son Ahmed. Ahmed is an enthusiastic boy, and she fears for his safety, especially with the busy traffic on roads like Katherine Street and Richmond Street. Kalsoom vividly remembers the tragic incident in 2016 when 11-year-old Shahzaib Hussain was killed by a hit-and-run driver outside the mosque. This terrifies her, as she worries the same fate could befall Ahmed.
Kalsoom is tired of feeling anxious every time she goes to the mosque because of speeding cars, congestion and traffic. She has informed Kaleel that many other parents share her concerns, but Tameside Council has not taken any action and failed us.
The roads around the mosque, such as Katherine Street, Mowbray Street, Moss Street W, and Richmond Street, are becoming increasingly busy, posing risks to children who attend the mosque during the week. Urgent measures are needed to ensure the safety of our children.
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has proposed a cost-effective solution by suggesting the use of paint-only crossings, priced at around £1000 each. These crossings are part of TfGM's plan to improve walking and cycling infrastructure.
Kaleel Khan pledges to advocate for the installation of these paint-only crossings near Masjid-e-Hamzah to ensure the safety of our children. If the council is unwilling to allocate funds for this, Kaleel is prepared to launch a fundraising campaign to cover the costs. These crossings align with Greater Manchester's broader initiative to enhance pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, benefiting everyone.
We urge everyone to sign this petition living in Tameside to demonstrate our collective commitment to keeping our community safe. A petition with over 1000 names will show Tamside council that we are serious about improving safety in our area.
Despite numerous attempts to contact the council, including calls and submissions through the online portal, Kaleel has not received a response. He will present this petition to Tameside Council on behalf of the local residents of Ashton St. Peters Ward.
Let's collaborate to make Masjid-e-Hamzah and its surrounding streets safer for everyone. Your signature on this petition will make a significant difference. Let Kaleel Khan be our advocate for change. Vote for Kaleel to ensure that the Tameside council listen to us and prioritise safety in our area.
Children should feel safe when attending the mosque, and parents or guardians should feel secure when taking them there, without worrying congestion or speeding cars in a residential area. Tameside council has let us down, and it's crucial for us to come together to ensure our children's safety.
Despite many parents raising concerns, Tameside council has not taken action to ensure the road safety of our community, particularly our children, despite repeated calls for a solution over the years.
For instance, Kalsoom, a mother, feels extremely scared when she walks to the mosque with her 5-year-old son Ahmed. Ahmed is an enthusiastic boy, and she fears for his safety, especially with the busy traffic on roads like Katherine Street and Richmond Street. Kalsoom vividly remembers the tragic incident in 2016 when 11-year-old Shahzaib Hussain was killed by a hit-and-run driver outside the mosque. This terrifies her, as she worries the same fate could befall Ahmed.
Kalsoom is tired of feeling anxious every time she goes to the mosque because of speeding cars, congestion and traffic. She has informed Kaleel that many other parents share her concerns, but Tameside Council has not taken any action and failed us.
The roads around the mosque, such as Katherine Street, Mowbray Street, Moss Street W, and Richmond Street, are becoming increasingly busy, posing risks to children who attend the mosque during the week. Urgent measures are needed to ensure the safety of our children.
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has proposed a cost-effective solution by suggesting the use of paint-only crossings, priced at around £1000 each. These crossings are part of TfGM's plan to improve walking and cycling infrastructure.
Kaleel Khan pledges to advocate for the installation of these paint-only crossings near Masjid-e-Hamzah to ensure the safety of our children. If the council is unwilling to allocate funds for this, Kaleel is prepared to launch a fundraising campaign to cover the costs. These crossings align with Greater Manchester's broader initiative to enhance pedestrian and cycling infrastructure, benefiting everyone.
We urge everyone to sign this petition living in Tameside to demonstrate our collective commitment to keeping our community safe. A petition with over 1000 names will show Tamside council that we are serious about improving safety in our area.
Despite numerous attempts to contact the council, including calls and submissions through the online portal, Kaleel has not received a response. He will present this petition to Tameside Council on behalf of the local residents of Ashton St. Peters Ward.
Let's collaborate to make Masjid-e-Hamzah and its surrounding streets safer for everyone. Your signature on this petition will make a significant difference. Let Kaleel Khan be our advocate for change. Vote for Kaleel to ensure that the Tameside council listen to us and prioritise safety in our area.
Children should feel safe when attending the mosque, and parents or guardians should feel secure when taking them there, without worrying congestion or speeding cars in a residential area. Tameside council has let us down, and it's crucial for us to come together to ensure our children's safety.
