Public notice

1) The Borough Council of Thurrock, in exercise of their powers under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 and all other powers, intends to make an Order the effect of which is to: 

- Prohibit any vehicle from travelling along High Road between its junctions with Fen Lane and Mill Lane.

2) The purpose of the Order is to enable Contractors on behalf of LTC to carry out vegetation clearance and other works.

3) The alternative route for eastbound vehicles is High Road, Baker Street, Stanford Road, Rectory Road and vice versa for westbound vehicles. Access will be maintained for residents and businesses at all times.

4) The Order will come into force on the 23rd March 2026 at 20:00hrs. Works are currently scheduled to take place nightly between 23rd March 2026 and 27th March 2026 between the hours of 20:00 and 05:00. Exact dates however will always be specified on https://one.network/?tm=GB147954886 It only applies to those days and times when indicated on site by the presence of the appropriate traffic signs in accordance with The Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.

5) It is expected that the works will be completed within the above times, however the Order will continue in force for a period not exceeding 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner

6) If the works are not completed within 18 months, the Order may be extended for a longer period with the approval of the Secretary of State.

Peter Wright
Head of Highways and Transport Delivery
Thurrock Council