School crossing patrols
School crossing patrols (‘Lollipop’ men and ladies)
are employed where the traffic is so busy that artificial gaps are
needed to help parents and their children cross roads.
The responsibility for ensuring children are safe when walking
between home and school always rests with parents, even where
school crossing patrols are employed.
Currently, patrols are employed at over 110 sites in the county,
serving parents and their children attending schools in West
Sussex. Sites are kept under periodic review and may be closed
following consultation and reasonable notice if they are no longer
considered to be justified (for example, following the installation
of a light-controlled crossing).
School crossing patrols play an important part in the life of
the community. There is often a need in the area for patrols or for
reserves to cover absence. If you are interested in being part
of this worthwhile service, please contact:
Julie Finn
Road Safety Team
Room 029
2nd floor
Bognor Health Centre
Bognor Regis
PO21 1UT
Phone: 01243 642985
Fax: 01243 777946
Email: Julie.Finn@westsussex.gov.uk