Residents have started a petition to save the school crossing Lollipop lady at the junction of Manor Lane and Fernbrook Road, which is mainly used by children and parents at Brindishe Manor School in Leahurst Road.
The petition says the role is at risk because of Lewisham Council budget cuts. It adds ” This junction sees a significant traffic movement especially during the rush hours, with vehicles hurriedly trying to reach the south circular. Despite this intense situation, our Lollipop Lady has been incredibly adept at her role of controlling the flow of cars, vans, trucks buses and cyclists, guaranteeing the safety of those crossing. There are continual vehicle incidents occuring when she is not present. “
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