The Barton - Temporary Road Closure Due To Utility Works

Somerset Council Parish of Norton St Philip Temporary Closure of The Barton

Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, have made an Order prohibiting all traffic from proceeding along: The Barton - from the junction with Church Street, north-westwards for a total distance of 13 metres. This Order will enable Network Plus to cut off redundant leaking pipe on behalf of Bristol Water.

The Order becomes effective on 8th May 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 13th May 2026 and last until 15th May 2026 between the hours of 00:00 - 23:59 for a total of 3 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB148414465 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Bristol Water on telephone number 0345 702 3797 quoting reference number ttro516984E.

Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive

Dated: 8th May 2026

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.