Chapel Lane, Swanage - Temporary Road Closure due to Electric Supply Connection Works

Dorset Council

Temporary Closure of Chapel Lane, Swanage

DORSET COUNCIL intend, not less than seven days from the date of this notice to make an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along Chapel Lane, Swanage from junction with High Street to junction with Manor Road (in both directions), a distance of approximately 100 metres. The order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation on 12 September 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 5 October 2026.

This Order will provide Connect It Utility Services with safe access to excavate a trench to install a new electric supply connection to new 11KV Sub Station.

A signed pedestrian diversion will be put in place using local road network.

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call Connect It Utility Services (Agents working on behalf of Scottish and Southern Power Distribution) on 01489 535600. For further information concerning this Order please call Dorset Highways Traffic Team on 01305 221020.

Find this information online: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworks-events

Dated: 20 August 2026.

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Economy & Environment - Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.