A petition to save a local bus service which serves Hucknall has reached nearly 2000 signatures in less than 48 hours.

Trentbarton has announced it will no longer operate its 141 service from September. It currently runs between Sutton-in-Ashfield and Nottingham via Mansfield and Hucknall.

In response to the news, Councillor Jason Zadrozny started an online petition over the weekend and by yesterday evening (Sunday 3 July) it had been signed by a total of 1983 people.

On the webpage, Councillor Zadrozny wrote: "Trent Barton have announced that from 4th September - the 141 will cease operation. They announced this WITHOUT any consultation with the communities impacted and local councillors.

"This bus serves the communities of Sutton-in-Ashfield, Carsic, Stanton Hill, the Healdswood Estate, Skegby, Kings Mill Hospital, Mansfield, Rainworth, Blidworth, Ravenshead, Newstead, Linby, Hucknall, Bestwood, City Hospital and Nottingham. Many of these communities have lower than average car ownership levels. The service is used to access 2 (sic) hospitals as well as schools, colleges and jobs.

"Over the last year, Trent Barton have run the service down with frequent cancellations or late services. This has led to lower than usual usage. Trent Barton are using this as an excuse to cancel this vital service. We are calling for them to re-think this short-sighted decision and work with Nottinghamshire County Council to improve this service NOT axe it.

"Currently, Councillors from Ashfield District Council, Mansfield District Council and Newark and Sherwood District Council are working together to fight these plans."

Anyone wishing to add their digital signature to the petition can do so by clicking here.