West Bay - Temporary Road Closure for Gas Disconnection Works

Temporary Closure of George Street, West Bay

DORSET COUNCIL has made an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along GEORGE STREET, WEST BAY between number 5 and number 7, a distance of approximately 30 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 02 November 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 10 November 2026.

This Order will enable SGN, safe access to carry out a disconnection.

An alternative route will be signed using; B3157

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call SGN on 0800 912 1700.

For further information concerning this Order, please call Dorset Highways Traffic Team on 01305 221020. Find this information online: dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworks-events

Dated: 29 October 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.