Pelican or Puffin Crossing on Lawn Lane, CM1 7PP, outside of Perryfields Infant and Junior School’s, at the site of current Zebra crossing.

Members of the school community have serious concerns regarding the ongoing safety risks at the zebra crossing outside Perryfields Infant & Junior School’s. There has not been a School Crossing Patrol Officer at this crossing for several years, despite numerous adverts and appeals.

Given the volume of traffic and the speed at which vehicles approach the crossing the current situation has become increasingly dangerous for our pupils, parents, and staff.

We strongly believe that immediate action is required to ensure the safety of everyone using this route and would urge the installation of a Pelican or Puffin crossing, replacing the current Zebra crossing. Although there is a Zebra crossing in place, with signs and flashing lights warning of children crossing, as well as zigzags outside both schools, this does little to reduce the speed of some drivers or their careless parking.

Children are unable to cross the road safely, we do not wish to wait until there is a serious accident before something is done. The safety of our children should be our top priority, and we would be grateful for any support in this issue.