Rejected petition Stop closure of Braintree children centres and turning them to drop off sites

Braintree Council are planning closures of some children's centres or turning some into family drop off hubs. Lets stop the plans as the services these centres provide are crucial to some families !!!

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Why was this petition rejected?

It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. Children's centres are the responsibility of your local council.

You could raise your issue with a local councillor, who represents you. You can use this page to find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them:

https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillors

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http://www.braintree.gov.uk/info/200133/council_and_democracy/538/petitions

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Date submitted 19 February 2016
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