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 Muckingford Road between its junctions with Beechcroft Avenue and Blue Anchor Lane. 

2) The purpose of the Order is to enable contractors on behalf of the Lower Thames Crossing to carry out drainage surveys as well other related works. 

3) The alternative route for westbound vehicles is East Tilbury Road, Buckingham Hill Road, Stanford Road westbound, Orsett Cock Interchange, off slip to A1089, A1089, exit slip to Marshfoot Road, Marshfoot Road, Chadwell Hill, Linford Road and vice versa for eastbound vehicles. Access will be maintained for residents and businesses at all times. 

4) The Order will come into force on the 9th October 2026 at 20:00hrs and remain in force continuously until 12th October 2026 at 05:00hrs. Exact dates however will always be specified on https://one.network/?tm=GB152577397 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: 8th October 2026 

Peter Wright Head of Highways and Transport Delivery 

Thurrock Council