A petition calling for improved lighting around Cleethorpes’ Fuller Street Bridge has been submitted to North East Lincolnshire Council by Melanie Onn, MP for Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes.
The move follows a serious incident in February, when a 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of raping a woman on Fuller Street Bridge. He was later released on conditional bail, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident sparked widespread concern over safety in the area, with many residents and Ms Onn identifying poor lighting as a contributing factor.
In a video statement shared in March, Ms Onn described the incident as “really shocking.” She said numerous residents had reached out to her with concerns, noting that many had raised “issues about the lack of safety measures, in particular lighting, along the pathway on the North Wall.”
She added: “I’m working with Sidney Sussex councillors, the local authority, and police to try to improve those safety measures and make it much more safe and secure for everybody who is using this lovely bit of outdoor space.”
Now, Ms Onn has officially handed over a petition to the council urging improvements to lighting in the area. She said the petition “encourages the council to take practical steps to prevent crime and keep residents safe.”
It is understood the petition has received over 200 signatures.
(Image: Melanie Onn – pictured with Labour Councillor Sophia Farren)
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