Dorset Council has made an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984 as amended. The Order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation between 07:00 and 17:00 on 8th May 2025 and remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 19th May 2025.
This Order will enable Dorset Council to carry out carriageway maintenance and resurfacing works.
The effect of the Order is as follows:
- To impose a temporary road closure on; C2, Horton as indicated by signs on site.
- To impose a clearway and parking suspension as indicated by signs on site to prevent waiting or parking on the highway along C2, Horton.
A locally signed diversion route will be put in place to enable traffic to travel around the closed sections.
For further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, call Dorset Highways Operations on 01305 228100. To discuss this Order, contact Dorset Council on 01305 221020 or use our website: www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworks/enquiries. You can also find this information online: dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworks-events.
Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Order will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.
The full notice with a map showing the closure and diversion can be seen below (as as embedded PDF) or downloaded here.
Public Notice - C2, Horton