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Construction of an underpass at the Bicester level crossing
P003078 - 03 June 2025 to 19 June 2025
Presentations: 2
Presenters: 1
Economy
Transport
At a Glance
This petition concerning construction of an underpass at the bicester level crossing was presented to Parliament 2 times by 1 MP.
Issue Summary
The petition addresses the concern that proposals for closing the London Road Level Crossing in Bicester as part of the East West Rail development do not reflect local preferences for an underpass that would accommodate light vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Action Requested
The petitioners request that the House of Commons urge the Government to support the construction of an underpass at the London Road level crossing in Bicester that could also accommodate car users along with cyclists and pedestrians.
Key Facts
- Proposals to close the level crossing due to safety and connectivity issues from EWR services
- Network Rail and East West Railway Company are considering a pedestrian overbridge or underpass for non-motorised users
- The Department for Transport recognises strong local views against closing the crossing
- Closing the crossing could damage connectivity and lengthen journey times for motorists
- Analysis shows that barriers would be lowered for more than 32 minutes per hour, causing significant disruption and safety risks
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
19 June 2025
Calum Miller
Lib Dem
Bicester and Woodstock
Presented
03 June 2025
Calum Miller
Lib Dem
Bicester and Woodstock
I rise to present this petition from the residents of Bicester who want a replacement for the level crossing at London road, which will close with the introduction of east-west rail services, cutting the town in two. I am grateful to the 4,526 residents who have individually signed this petition, and to those who worked so hard to gather the signatures, many of whom are sitting in the Gallery tonight. The petitioners therefore request
“that the House of Commons urges the Government to support the construction of an underpass at the London Road level crossing in Bicester that could accommodate car users as well as cyclists and pedestrians.”
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