Take the coaches off The Plain.
The most dangerous roundabout in Oxford is made more dangerous by private school coaches.People power took the ads off The Plain. Now it's time for Magdalen College School to take their coaches elsewhere.
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Coaches block safe routes.
Buses for Magdalen College School park at the roundabout, despite the 'No loading' restrictions.They drop off at Magdalen Bridge and they pick up at St Clement's.This blocks the pavement and the cycle lane, and reduces visibility, putting everyone in danger.
2.
The Plain is a danger zone.
Dr Ling Felce was killed at The Plain three years ago.There are no more adverts, but a
'ghost bike' remains in her memory.Many people never dare to cycle across The Plain.
3.
Magdalen College School can change this.
Magdalen College School can afford to switch to minibuses.It can make space in Cowley Place for buses to turn round, as it plans to for contractors.A private school doesn't get to put the public in danger.
Take action.
1. UPDATE (May 2025):
The school say they will 'move coach stops away from the north of The Plain roundabout' but this is insufficient. The consultation has closed but you can still email [email protected], insisting MCS incorporate safe access to their new Science, Library & Partnerships Building.2. Ask your CITY councillors to engage with Magdalen College School.
Find your councillors by entering your postcode at WriteToThem.com3. Remind your COUNTY councillor of Oxfordshire's commitment to Vision Zero: no more death or injury on our roads.
