The bus stop at the top of Stert Street has been shut for a few weeks now. The stop is used by the Abingdon Town Bus service on its route round and through Abingdon. The barriers stretch some way beyond the bus stop, and also have the effect of not allowing people to cross the road before the designated crossing.
The notice at the stop says “Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.” The our in this sentence is Oxfordshire County Council who must have their reasons but no reason is given.
Has there been a serious incident at or near this stop ? Are they just checking out whether the traffic will run more smoothly without a bus stop? Does work need to be done on the path?
Somebody will know.