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Permits are required to make sure roadworks are managed properly and do not cause unnecessary delays.
Disruptive repair works being carried out by a sub-contractor on behalf of Openreach in Thorpe-le-Soken have been stopped after it was found out that they were working without an approved permit.
The Openreach works, near the war memorial, involved four-way traffic lights at the same time as a planned closure on Walton Road, leading to heavy congestion.
Openreach was told to clear the site immediately and will be fined, after it was established their permit application had not yet been approved.
Essex Highways works closely with utility companies to plan roadworks and keep the county’s roads safe and efficient.
This ensures that Essex Highways and utility companies can safely carry out their works in coordination and collaboration with others. It also keeps disruption to residents and travellers to minimum.
Councillor Mark Platt, Cabinet Member for Highways, Infrastructure and Sustainable Transport at Essex County Council, said: “As the new Cabinet Member for Highways, I will not tolerate rule breaking of any kind.
“Utility companies must follow the rules and obtain the correct permits before carrying out works. This is essential to keep Essex moving and minimise disruption for residents and businesses.”
Councillor Daniel Land, Deputy Cabinet Member and local Member, added: “It’s important we crack down on unauthorised works and ensure utility companies abide by the rules.
“Local residents have already faced unnecessary delays, and I know they will welcome this intervention. We hope this sends a clear message that this type of action will not be tolerated.”
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