Rejected petition Stop the closure of Mere, Wiltshire Fire and Rescue station

Stop the closure of the fire station in Mere that services the local community and the A303 trunk road

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This is a vital service that if lost will result in lost lives, property and increased waiting times for victims of road traffic accidents

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Date submitted 23 January 2026
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