Villagers campaigning for road safety improvements have had to start their petition again after their original petition didn't meet council requirements.
The campaign, which has been running for several months, calls for a 20mph speed limit going through High Street in Chapeltown.
It follows a string of concerns raised by residents over speeding, dangerous driving and road safety across the area.
Now campaign organiser Christopher Oakes says supporters are being asked to sign a new petition after Blackburn with Darwen Council declined to accept the original version.
According to Mr Oakes, the petition was rejected because it did not contain the full addresses and signatures required for verification.
He said: "This is incredibly disappointing, particularly given the time, effort and community support already invested.
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"We fully appreciate that procedures must be followed, but surely there should be a simpler, more constructive way for residents to raise genuine road safety concerns."
Despite the setback, organisers insist the campaign will continue.
Mr Oakes said: "We are certainly not giving up."
The Bolton News has previously reported on concerns about vehicle speeds through Chapeltown and Edgworth, as well as calls for additional enforcement and safety measures.
Over 600 people signed the original petition.
The group is now seeking at least 50 verified signatures on a replacement petition, which asks Blackburn with Darwen Council to formally review road safety concerns and consider measures aimed at reducing vehicle speeds and improving pedestrian safety.
The campaign argues that speeding and careless driving have become long-standing concerns for residents, with worries regularly raised about the safety of children, pedestrians, cyclists and other road users.
Mr Oakes said the issue affects people using the roads every day and should not become a political debate.
He said: "This has never been about politics or point-scoring.
"It's about protecting our children, pedestrians, motorists and everyone who lives in or travels through our villages."
The organiser added that support had been received from local representatives and community groups, while efforts continue to secure wider backing for the campaign.
Mr Oakes said: "The administrative setbacks may have slowed us down, but they certainly haven't stopped us."
The new petition is now open, with campaigners once again seeking support from residents across the area.
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