Government ‘moving goalposts’ on Bicester level crossing, MP says

In its response to the petition, the Department for Transport said it "recognises that there are strong views locally in Bicester about closing the crossing and the concerns felt by local people that closing the crossing could damage connectivity and lengthen journey times for motorists".

It said EWR was "considering an accessible pedestrian overbridge or underpass to provide a suitable replacement crossing for pedestrians, cyclists, and other non-motorised users of the crossing".

"It is also considering how vehicle traffic might be re-routed via existing roads," the response said.

The government department, which is headed by Heidi Alexander, added that EWR would "present a single option solution for further consultation at a future statutory consultation".