.Urgent: Safety Concern – Bus Collision with Pedestrian Seating on Temple Street

I am writing to formally raise a safety concern regarding the pedestrian seating area on Temple Street, Keynsham (BS31 1EH). On Thursday, 20th March 2025, at 10:06 AM, I witnessed a First Bus (potentially number 347) collide with the seating area directly opposite my business. The impact was loud enough that several local business owners came out to inspect the damage. Shockingly, the driver did not stop.

While fortunately, no one was seated there at the time, this incident highlights a serious risk. Given the location of the seating—on a busy high street road—it seems only a matter of time before a pedestrian, family, or young child is seriously injured in a similar event.

I urge the council to review the safety of this seating area as a matter of urgency. Whether this means relocating it, adding protective barriers, or re-evaluating traffic flow, action must be taken before a more severe accident occurs.

Please confirm receipt of this complaint and advise on what steps will be taken to address the issue.