Fons George, Temporary Road Closure Due To Jetting Works

Somerset Council Temporary Closure of Fons George, Taunton

Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, propose to make an Order prohibiting all traffic from proceeding along Fons George - from the junction with Wilton Street, south-eastwards for a total distance of 207 metres. This Order will enable Kier to carry out jetting works on behalf of Somerset Highways.

The Order becomes effective on 26th September 2024 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 1st October 2024 and last until 1st October 2024 between the hours of 08:00 -17:00 for a total of 10 hours.

Please visit https://one.network/?tm=140071208 for further information on the alternative route. Please note that should you require to view a closure which is more than two weeks ahead, you will need to register for free with One.Network. For information about the works being carried out please contact Somerset Highways on telephone number 0300 123 2224 quoting reference number ttro007969W(TD).

Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive

Dated: 12th September 2024

Statement of Reasons for making the Order a) because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near the road; or b) because of the likelihood of danger to the public, or of serious damage to the road, which is not attributable to such works.