Public notice

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 Tamar Drive in its entirety.
 

2) The purpose of the Order is to enable Essex and Suffolk Water to carry out renewal of the
water mains and any associated connections.
 

3) The alternative route for southbound vehicles is Usk Road, Romford Road, and Shannon
Way and for northbound vehicles will be Shannon Way, Teviot Way and Usk Road. Access
will be maintained for residents and businesses at all times.
 

4) The Order will come into force on the 20th July 2026 at 08:00hrs. Works are currently
scheduled to take place daily between 20th July 2026 and 4th September 2026 between
the hours of 08:00 and 18:00. Exact dates however will always be specified
o n https://one.network/?tm=GB151142508 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: 9th July 2026

Peter Wright
Head of Highways and Transport Delivery
Thurrock Council