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Communications infrastructure in Hazel Grove

P003041 - 05 February 2025 to 31 March 2025

Presentations: 2
Presenters: 1
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At a Glance

This petition concerning communications infrastructure in hazel grove was presented to Parliament 2 times by 1 MP.

Issue Summary

The petition addresses residents' concerns about the proposed installation of telegraph poles and overhead fibre optic cables south of Dean Lane in Hazel Grove, which they view as unnecessary and an eyesore.

Action Requested

The petitioners request that the House of Commons urges the Government to cancel the proposed installation of communications infrastructure in the area south of Dean Lane in Hazel Grove.

Key Facts

  • Proposed new infrastructure includes telegraph poles and overhead fibre optic cables.
  • The area affected is south of Dean Lane in Hazel Grove constituency.
  • Communities are concerned about the impact on local aesthetics.
  • Brsk, an operator, deems some new infrastructure necessary due to existing buried network without ducting.
  • Government role is set at national policy level; direct intervention in specifics not possible.
  • Guidelines for community engagement and telegraph pole placement have been published by industry trade bodies.

Presentation Timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

Presented
31 March 2025
Lisa Smart Lib Dem
Hazel Grove
Presented
05 February 2025
Lisa Smart Lib Dem
Hazel Grove
I rise to present a petition on behalf of some of the residents of my constituency. I particularly thank Bob, Lesley and Keith, who came to see me at my surgery on Saturday in response to the signatures—more than 200—from their neighbours when Brsk wanted to come to town to install some telegraph poles. The petition states: “The petitioners therefore request that the House of Commons urges the Government to ensure that the proposed installation of communications infrastructure in the area south of Dean Lane in the Hazel Grove constituency is cancelled.
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