Petersgate Infant School lollipop lady retires after 40 years of 'loyal' service - but Hampshire County Council won't replace her
Claudia Trapnell, Arthur's mum, said: ‘She has been a completely integral part of the community. ‘She makes it so comforting for children when they start at the school and makes their days a lot easier. ‘We are all going to miss her.’ There are now concerns about the safety of the school’s 270 pupils. Mrs Cook said: ‘The council’s not replacing her and we’re really concerned about safety. They don’t think it's a priority. ‘Mrs Bailey’s had a number of close calls, and the crossroads make it really difficult. ‘To say they're not replacing her undermines what she's done....
Source: portsmouth.co.uk