Herne Rise, Ilminster - Temporary Road Closure due to Openreach Utility Works

Somerset Council

Parish of Ilminster

Temporary Closure of Herne Rise

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: Herne Rise - from outside property number 94 Herne Rise to outside property number 98 Herne Rise. A total distance of 42 metres. This Order will enable Openreach to replace a joint box.

The Order becomes effective on 10th June 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 16th June 2026 and last until 16th June 2026 between the hours of 09:30 - 15:30 for a total of 6 hours. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB149085879 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Sunbelt Rentals on telephone number 0370 050 0792 quoting reference number ttro036559S.

Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive

Dated: 27th 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.