Reinstate the bus stop at North Mid Liberton - Petitions (Closed)

Petition details

We, the undersigned, are concerned about the failure to reinstate the bus stop at the northern end of Mid Liberton adjacent to Good’s Corner, and wish to see it reinstated. It was a well used stop that was to be temporarily suspended while the student accommodation at Good’s Corner was build. We are angered by the Council’s decision not to reinstate the stop, particularly as the developer was required to contribute £5000 towards public transport as a condition of approval. We as residents of Mid Liberton and users of the bus stop fully expected its return. The bus stop was used by many local residents and without it, distances from bus stop to home are considerably greater, routes are less easily negotiated by the infirm, disabled and wheelchair users, and not as safe, particularly in darkness or icy weather. We call on City of Edinburgh Council to:
Reinstate the bus stop at north Mid Liberton as planned when it was suspended and to fully consult with local residents on any future relevant proposals.
Mid Liberton comprises 39 dwellings. These accommodate mainly a mix of retired people and young families. Our older residents in particular are great users of the bus service and had fully expected the reinstatement of this bus stop as had been promised when it was suspended.

Petition Status

Closed

Petition submitted by (Business or Individual)

Individual

Name of petitioner

Mr Graeme Scott

Opening date

24/04/2019

Closing date

30/04/2019

Total signatories

55

Petition Outcome

This petition will be considered by the Transport and Environment Committee on 20 June 2019.