Public notice

NOTE: The schedule of works is laid out in the document attached. 

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 vehicles from travelling along Dowland Close, Tomkins Close and Purcell
  Close in their entirety in accordance with Schedule One to the Order.
   

2) The purpose of the Order is to enable Cadent Gas to carry out gas main replacement works.
 

3) There are no alternative routes, however access will be maintained for residents and
businesses at all times.
 

4) The Order will come into force on the 22nd June 2026 at 08:00hrs. Works are currently
scheduled to take place daily between the hours of 08:00 and 17:00 in accordance with
Schedule One to the Order. Exact dates however will always be specified on the links in
Schedule One. 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.
 

Dated: 14th May 2026

Peter Wright
Head of Highways and Transport Delivery
Thurrock Council