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 Blue Anchor Lane between its junctions with Church Road and Muckingford Road.

2) The purpose of the Order is to enable BT to carry out Desilting.

3) The alternative route for Northbound vehicles is The Green, Rectory Road, Turnpike Lane, Linford Road, and Muckingford Road and vice versa for southbound vehicles. Access will be maintained for residents and businesses at all times.

4) The Order will come into force on the 28th April 2025 at 18:00hrs. Works are currently scheduled to take place nightly between 28th April 2025 and 2nd May 2025 between the hours of 18:00 and 06:00. Exact dates however will always be specified on https://one.network/?tm=142748250 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