Croydon Council's recent decision to eliminate remaining School Crossing Patrol services is met with significant public backlash, prompting a petition that has gathered over 180 signatures on Change.org. Affected schools include Cypress Infants, Norbury Manor, and Orchard Way Primary. Parents express concern over safety during critical school drop-off and pick-up times. Local councillors criticize the budget cuts as ‘penny-pinching,’ urging the council to consider alternative funding solutions to maintain these essential services. Although Croydon Council defends its decision citing phased reductions and risk assessments, many remain unconvinced.
"The decision, described as penny-pinching by local councillors, prioritises budget cuts over the safety of our children, affecting six school sites across Croydon."
"Every day, I trust the crossing patrol to ensure the safety of my child... This decision leaves me worried for the future safety of our children."
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