Kempston / Great Barford / Colmworth / Bedford / Keysoe / Souldrop / Bolnhurst / Elstow / Shortstown - Multiple Traffic Notices

PUBLIC NOTICE ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024
BEDFORD ROAD, KEMPSTON 24 – 030

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Bedford Road Kempston from Margetts Road to Bunyan Road. This temporary road closure is required to facilitate carriageway re surfacing and high friction surfacing and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation

Phase 1 20:00 to 06:00 hours from 29th July 2024 to 21st August 2024

Phase 2 20:00 to 06:00 hours from 11th September 2024 to 19th September 2024

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Hillgrounds Road, Bedford Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 29th July 2024, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024
HIGH STREET, GREAT BARFORD 24 – 039

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of High Street Great Barford outside The Anchor Public House. This temporary road closure is required to facilitate burst water main and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 30th July 2024 to 1st August 2024

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via High Street, Bedford Road, Bedford Road Service Road, St Neots Road, A421 J A428 Join Sw, A421 Through J A428 Sw, A421 Wb From Renhold Junction To A603 Cardington Road Junction, A421 From J A428 To J A603 Sw, A421 J A603 Leave Sw, A421 Through J A603 Sw, A421 Wb Slip Off From A421 To A603 Rdbt, A421 Eb From A603 Cardington Road Junction To Renhold Junction, A603 Cardington Cross Roundabout, A421 J A603 Join Ne, A421 Eb Slip On From A603 Rdbt To A421, A421 Through J A603 Ne, A421 From J A603 To J A428 Ne, A421 J A428 Leave Ne, A421 Through J A428 Ne, Cambridge Road, Barford Road, Willington Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 30th July 2024, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Anglian Water Tel: 078457 145 145.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024
CHANNELS END ROAD, COLMWORTH 24 – 035

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council has made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along the length of Channels End Road Colmworth.

This temporary road closure is required to Repair air valve chamber cover and frame and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 29th July 2024 to 31st July 2024

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Colesden Road, Chequers Hill, Wilden Road, Church Road, Mill Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 29th July 2024, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Anglian Water Tel: 08457 145 145.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024
ALEXANDRA ROAD, BEDFORD 24 – 046

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, from proceeding along Alexandra Road Bedford at the junction with Midland Road.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate works on Midland Road for widening and resurfacing of footway, drainage works, replacement of street furniture and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 6th January 2025

The proposed Order will come into operation on 12th August 2024, for a period of 18 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024  
MIDLAND ROAD LANE CLOSURE BEDFORD 24 – 46

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice intend to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle proceeding along, Midland Road from Prebend Street to Greyfriars, access will still be maintained via the lane adjacent.

This temporary lane closure is required to facilitate works for widening and resurfacing of footway, drainage works, replacement of street furniture and shall apply to such extent as may from time to be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary lane closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 6th January 2025

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Midland Road, Ashburnham Road, Bromham Road, Hassett Street, Greyfriars The reverse route applies The proposed Order will come into operation for a period of 18 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2021  
BATTISON STREET AND WESTERN STREET, BEDFORD 24 – 046

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, from turning right into Midland Road Bedford. This temporary right turn prohibition is required to aid traffic management for works on Midland Road widening and resurfacing of footway, drainage works, replacement of street furniture and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary right turn prohibition is anticipated to be in operation between 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 6th January 2025

The proposed Order will come into operation on 12th August 2024, for a period of 18 months or until the temporary right turn prohibition is no longer required, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 71003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024  
CHURCH ROAD, KEYSOE 24-021

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle and Equestrian from proceeding along Church Road Keysoe. This temporary road closure is required to facilitate the replacement of a 12” water main and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 9th September 2024

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Keysoe Row West, Kimbolton Road, Wybridge, Mill Lane.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 12th August 2024, for a period of 18 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Anglian Water Tel: 08457 145 145

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024  
PRIORY STREET, (JUNCTION) BEDFORD 24 – 046

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along Priory Street Bedford ( junction )the junction with MIdland Road.

This temporary road closure is required to aid traffic management for the safety of the work force and public whilst improvement works are carried out on Midland Road and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 6th January 2025

The proposed Order will come into operation on 12th August 2024, for a period of 18 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024  
PRIORY STREET, BEDFORD ONE WAY PROHIBITION 24 – 046

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to revocate the one way restriction along the length of Priory Street, Bedford from Alexandra Place to Midland Road.

Please Note: Due to the nature of the work it will not be possible for emergency service vehicles to go through this prohibition. This temporary one way revocation is required to aid traffic management for the safety of the work force and public whilst improvement works are carried out on Midland Road and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary one way revocation is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 6th January 2025 inclusive

The proposed Order will come into operation on 12th August 2024, for a period of 18 months or until the proposed works have been completed.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024  
STOCKING LANE, SOULDROP 24 – 028

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle, except a vehicle being used for fire, police or ambulance purposes in an emergency, from proceeding along Stocking Lane Souldrop.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate carriageway re surfacing and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 08:00 to 18:00 hours from 14th August 2024 to 3rd September 2024

The signed alternative route for vehicles affected by the order is available via Sharnbrook Road, Souldrop Road, High Street, Kennell Hill, Templars Way, Rushden Road.

The reverse route applies.

The proposed Order will come into operation on 14th August 2024, for a period of 12 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984: SECTION 14(1)
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC ORDER 2024
BRERETON ROAD, BEDFORD 24 – 046

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Bedford Borough Council intend not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any vehicle from proceeding along Brereton Road Bedford at the junction with Midland Road.

This temporary road closure is required to facilitate works on Midland Road for widening and resurfacing of footway,, drainage works, replacement of street furniture. and shall apply to such extent as may from time to time be indicated by the appropriate traffic signs.

This temporary road closure is anticipated to be in operation 24 hours from 12th August 2024 to 6th January 2025

The proposed Order will come into operation on 12th August 2024, for a period of 18 months or until the proposed works have been completed, as detailed above, whichever is the earlier.

For further information please contact Bedford Borough Council Tel: 01234 718003.

Dated: 18th July 2024

Paul Pace, Chief Officer Environment, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
(STAPLOE: FOOTHPATH NO 7)
(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC) ORDER 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the order made by Bedford Borough Council ,on 12th January 2024 the effect of which will be to prohibit any person proceeding on foot along the length of public footpath No 7 Staploe which extends from Ordnance Survey Grid Reference (OS GR) TL 1469 5968 to OS GR TL 1450 5913 has been continued in force with the approval of the Secretary of State for Transport until 22 January 2025.

This temporary closure is required to install a new potable water pipeline and has been extended due to weather conditions earlier in the year resulting in work being delayed. The closure will continue from Monday 22nd July 2024 for a period of six months.

There is no alternative route for footpath users while the closure is in operation.

The Order will come into operation on 22nd July 2024 for a period not exceeding six months or until the works which it is proposed to carry out on or near the footpath to have been completed, whichever is the earlier. If the works are not completed within six months the Order may be extended for a longer period with the consent of the Secretary of State for Transport.

For further information please telephone Highways Helpdesk on (01234) 718003.

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14(1)
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
(BOLNHURST AND KEYSOE BRIDLEWAY NO 29)
(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC) ORDER 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bedford Borough Council have made an Order the effect of which will be to prohibit any person proceeding on foot or on horseback or lead a horse or cycle along the length of Bridleway No 29 Bolnhurst and Keysoe which extends from Ordnance Survey Grid Reference (OS GR) TL 0877 5834 GR TL 0829 5758.

This closure is required due to an out of repair bridleway bridge. The closure follows an emergency made on 26th June 2024 and will continue from Thursday 18th July 2024 for up to six months.

The alternative route for users while the closure is in operation will be to proceed from OS GR TL 0877 5834 in a north westerly direction to OS GR TL 0877 5838. Proceed in a south westerly direction to the junction with bridleway 91 and continue in a southerly direction to the junction with and vice versa. The Order will come into operation on 18th July 2024 for a period not exceeding six months or until the works which it is proposed to carry out on or near to the bridleway has been completed, whichever is the earlier. If the works are not completed within six months the Order may be extended for a longer period with the consent of the Secretary of State for Transport.

For further information please telephone Highways Helpdesk on (01234) 718003.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSE TO EXTEND EXISTING PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN WEST END, ELSTOW

Reason for Proposal:

Bedford Borough Council has received a request from Ward Councillors for an extension to existing parking restrictions in West End, Elstow. This is in response to concerns raised over inconsiderate parking at this location which affects visibility and safety, so these restrictions are intended to remedy that.

Effect of the Proposal:

1. To extend an existing ‘No waiting at any time’ restriction (double yellow lines) on the following length of road:-

A       West End, Elstow
    (i)    On its south-eastern kerb, from a point approx. 1.8 metres north-east of the projected south-western boundary of no. 12 West End (the end of the existing ‘No waiting at any time’ restriction) extending for a distance of approx. 6 metres in a north-easterly direction.

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro . The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal.

For further information, please contact Andrew Prigmore at Bedford Borough Council on 01234 276691.

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 15th August 2024 to highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk 

Order Title for the parking restriction changes if made will be:

Bedford Borough Council (Bedford Urban Area (South of the River and Queens Park)) (Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting and Loading and Parking Places) Order 2009 (Amendment No.**) Order 20**.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSES TO INTRODUCE A 20MPH ZONE ON SOME ROADS IN SHORTSTOWN

Reason for Proposal:

The requirement of a planning condition with Bedford Borough Council for the development by Linden Homes at Cardington, Shortstown, stipulated that the speed limit in Cheshire Drive and other roads should be 20mph. The proposed 20mph speed limit is intended to provide a safer road network for all highway users, including motor cyclists, pedal cyclists and pedestrians.

Effect of the Order:

1. To introduce a 20mph zone covering the entire length of each of the following roads in Shortstown:-

Cheshire Drive
Leech Close
Gibson Place
Garland Crescent
Edwards Close

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro . The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please contact Andrew Prigmore at Bedford Borough Council on 01234 276691.

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 15th August 2024 to highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk

Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (20mph Zone) (Cheshire Drive and Other Roads, Shortstown) Order 20**.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSE TO INTRODUCE A RESTRICTED PARKING ZONE ON SOME ROADS IN SHORTSTOWN

Reason for Proposal:

In accordance with the requirement of a planning condition for the development by Linden Homes, Bedford Borough Council proposes to introduce a restricted parking zone on various roads at Cardington, Shortstown.

Effect of the Proposal:

1. To introduce a signed only ‘No waiting at any time’ restricted parking zone covering the full lengths of the following roads, with unrestricted parking permitted only within the marked bays:

Cheshire Drive
Leech Close
Gibson Place
Garland Crescent
Edwards Close

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro . The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please contact Andrew Prigmore at Bedford Borough Council on 01234 276691.

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 15th August 2024 to highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk

Order Title if made will be:

1.  Bedford Borough Council (Cheshire Drive and Other Roads, Shortstown) (Prohibition of Waiting and Stopping and Parking Places) Order 20**.

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL PROPOSE TO EXTEND EXISTING PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN HAREWOOD ROAD, ELSTOW

Reason for Proposal:

Bedford Borough Council has received a request from Ward Councillors for new parking restrictions in Harewood Road, Elstow. This is in response to concerns raised over inconsiderate parking at this location which affects access and vehicular movement, so these restrictions are intended to remedy that.

Effect of the Proposal:

1.  To install ‘No waiting at any time’ restriction (double yellow lines) on the following length of road: -

A           Harewood Road, Elstow
(i)        Around the central island at its western end.

Relevant proposal documents may be examined during normal office hours at Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP. They will also be available for viewing on the council’s website at www.bedford.gov.uk/proposedtro . The documents will be placed on deposit until 6 weeks after the Order is made or until it is decided not to continue with the proposal. For further information, please contact Andrew Prigmore at Bedford Borough Council on 01234 276691.

Comments supporting or objecting to the proposal should be put in an email, stating the grounds on which they are made, and sent no later than 8th August 2024 to highway.consultations@bedford.gov.uk 

Order Title for the parking restriction changes if made will be:

2.  Bedford Borough Council (Bedford Urban Area (South of the River and Queens Park)) (Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting and Loading and Parking Places) Order 2009 (Amendment No.**) Order 20**.

Dated: 18th July 2024

Craig Austin, Director of Environment, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP