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, has made an Order the effect of which is to:

• prohibit any vehicle from travelling along North Road from its junction with Purfleet Bypass for a distance of approximately 60m in a northeast direction

2) The purpose of the Order is to enable Essex and Suffolk Water to carry out repairs to their apparatus.

3) The Order will come into force on Monday 19 August 2024 at 8am. Works are currently scheduled to take place between Monday 19 August and Friday 23 August and remain in force continuously until 6pm on Friday 23 August 2024. Exact dates will be specified on https://one.network/?tmi=GB32315589

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. 

4) The alternative route for eastbound vehicles is Purfleet Bypass (A1090) northwest bound, Botany Way roundabout, Arterial Road (A1306) eastbound, Watts Crescent and Southgate and vice versa for westbound vehicles. Access will be maintained for residents via the diversion.

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.