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School Bus Service from Kings Worthy to Henry Beaufort School

P003170 - 18 March 2026

Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1
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At a Glance

This petition concerning school bus service from kings worthy to henry beaufort school was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue Summary

The petition calls for the Government to reconsider its decision to remove school transport services for children attending Henry Beaufort School in Winchester, which would force students as young as 11 to walk up to three miles on dangerous roads.

Action Requested

The House of Commons urges the Government to work with Hampshire County Council to ensure that the school bus service from Kings Worthy to Henry Beaufort School is continued.

Key Facts

  • Over 500 constituents have signed the petition.
  • Children would walk up to three miles, taking over an hour each way.
  • The changes are set to take effect in April 2026.
  • This would be particularly dangerous during winter months.

Presentation Timeline

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

Presented
18 March 2026
Danny Chambers Lib Dem
Winchester
Today I present a petition on behalf of over 500 of my constituents who call on the Government to urgently review the removal of school transport for children attending Henry Beaufort school in Winchester. Under the current changes, children as young as 11 are expected to walk up to three miles—that takes over an hour—on dangerous roads to get to school. I have walked the route with parents, and it is unacceptable. The petition states:
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