The A489 Trunk Road (Newtown to Caersws, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions & No Overtaking) Order 2025 / Gorchymyn Cefnffordd yr A489 (Y Drenewydd i Gaersws, Powys) (Cyfyngiadau Cyflymder Dros Dro a Dim Goddiweddyd) 2025
Background
The A489 Trunk Road is a major road in Powys, Wales. It connects the towns of Newtown and Caersws.
Purpose of the Order
The purpose of this Order is to introduce temporary speed restrictions and a no overtaking ban on the A489 Trunk Road between Newtown and Caersws.
Reason for the Order
The Order is being introduced due to essential carriageway resurfacing works.
Location of the Order
The Order will apply to the following section of the A489 Trunk Road:
- From a point approximately 1.2 kilometres north of the junction with the A483 Trunk Road near Newtown
- To a point approximately 4.4 kilometres south of the junction with the B4568 Road near Caersws
Restrictions
The Order will impose the following restrictions:
- A temporary 40 mph speed limit
- A no overtaking ban
Duration of the Order
The Order will come into force on 16th January 2025 and will remain in force for a period not exceeding 18 months.
Exemptions
The following vehicles are exempt from the restrictions imposed by the Order:
- Emergency vehicles
- Vehicles used for the purposes of road maintenance or repair
- Vehicles used for the purposes of agriculture or forestry
Penalties
Any person who fails to comply with the restrictions imposed by the Order is liable to a fine of up to £1,000.
Additional Information
For more information about the Order, please contact:
- The Welsh Government’s Traffic Orders Unit: 03000 250440
- Powys County Council’s Highways Department: 01597 827243
The A489 Trunk Road (Newtown to Caersws, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions & No Overtaking) Order 2025 / Gorchymyn Cefnffordd yr A489 (Y Drenewydd i Gaersws, Powys) (Cyfyngiadau Cyflymder Dros Dro a Dim Goddiweddyd) 2025
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