UK New Legislation: The A55 Trunk Road (Conwy Tunnel, Conwy County Borough) (Temporary Traffic Prohibitions and Restrictions) Order 2024
Introduction
On November 6, 2024, a new statutory instrument was made by the Secretary of State for Wales under section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. This instrument, known as The A55 Trunk Road (Conwy Tunnel, Conwy County Borough) (Temporary Traffic Prohibitions and Restrictions) Order 2024, introduces temporary traffic prohibitions and restrictions on the A55 Trunk Road in Conwy County Borough.
Purpose of the Order
The purpose of the Order is to facilitate essential maintenance and repair works on the Conwy Tunnel. The works are scheduled to take place between November 11, 2024, and April 11, 2025.
Description of the Prohibitions and Restrictions
The Order imposes the following temporary traffic prohibitions and restrictions:
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Full road closure: The A55 Trunk Road at the Conwy Tunnel will be closed to all traffic in both directions between the hours of 8:00 pm and 6:00 am each night from November 11, 2024, to April 11, 2025.
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Diversion route: During the hours of the road closure, traffic will be diverted via the A470 and A5 roads. Signage will be in place to guide drivers.
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Speed restriction: A temporary 50 mph speed limit will be in place on the A55 Trunk Road between Junction 15 (Conwy Morfa) and Junction 16 (Penmaenbach) during the hours of 8:00 am to 6:00 pm each day from November 11, 2024, to April 11, 2025.
Exceptions to the Prohibitions and Restrictions
The following vehicles are exempt from the traffic prohibitions and restrictions:
- Emergency vehicles
- Military vehicles
- Vehicles used for the purposes of the maintenance and repair works
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Any person who contravenes the provisions of the Order is liable to a fine not exceeding £1,000.
Conclusion
The A55 Trunk Road (Conwy Tunnel, Conwy County Borough) (Temporary Traffic Prohibitions and Restrictions) Order 2024 is an important piece of legislation that will facilitate essential maintenance and repair works on the Conwy Tunnel. Motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and to obey the traffic signs and directions in place during the period of the works.
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