Recognition of Steve McBain’s contribution to the London Road underpass campaign

That this House recognises the dedication, concentration and public spirit of Steve McBain in recording and analysing over 7,000 movements at the London Road level crossing in Bicester, covering cars, cyclists, pedestrians and other users between 8.00am and 6.00pm on 16 July 2025; notes that this meticulous work, carried out independently and voluntarily, highlights the significant level of daily usage at this key crossing point; further notes that Mr McBain’s data demonstrates that if an up-and-over footbridge were installed, only 23 per cent of current users would be able to cross, effectively severing over 5,000 daily journeys; further recognises that, by contrast, a short, inclusive underpass for vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians would preserve access for over 97 per cent of current users, restricting only 181 movements; acknowledges that this data provides clear, community-led evidence that a footbridge would be unfit for purpose and that an underpass represents the only viable, future-proofed solution; congratulates Mr McBain on his contribution to the local campaign for an underpass; and urges East West Rail and the Minister for Rail to take his findings into account as part of their decision-making process.