SOMERSET LEVELLER: Public notices published in edition 185, October 15, 2025:

SOMERSET COUNCIL
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1972 SECTION 123 (1),(2A) NOTICE
Land in Norton Sub Hamdon, Somerset
Notice is hereby given that Somerset Council intends to dispose of the freehold interest in the Minchington Recreation Ground, a small grass area at Minchington Close and the open space at Barn Orchard to Norton sub Hamdon Parish Council. The consideration for the transfers will be maintenance for the Public Benefit.
Land in Seavington, Somerset
Notice is hereby given that Somerset Council intends to dispose of the freehold interest in the Rowdells Orchard to Seavington Parish Council. The consideration for the transfers will be maintenance for the Public Benefit.
Land in Badgworth, Somerset
Notice is hereby given that Somerset Council intends to dispose of the freehold interest in the Jubilee Fields to Badgworth Parish Council. The consideration for the transfers will be maintenance for the Public Benefit.
Land in Brushford, Somerset
Notice is hereby given that Somerset Council intends to dispose of the freehold interest in the Jubilee Gardens play area to Brushford Parish Council. The consideration for the transfers will be maintenance for the Public Benefit.
Land in Leigh on Mendip, Somerset
Notice is hereby given that Somerset Council intends to dispose of the freehold interest in land at Park Hayes to Leigh on Mendip Parish Council. The consideration for the transfers will be maintenance for the Public Benefit.
The site plans referred to above can be viewed at https://somerset.gov.uk/publicnotices.
Representations in respect of the intended transfer under the Asset Devolution Programme to City, Town and Parish Councils must be made in writing and addressed to Property Governance, Corporate Property, Somerset Council, County Hall, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY or emailed to propertygovernance@somerset.gov.uk by no later than 5pm on Friday 31st October 2025.

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Town and Country Planning Act 1990
Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015
Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended)
Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Act 1990) (As Amended)
Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Regulations 1990 (As amended) Notice under Article 15 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015 for an Application for Planning Permission Accompanied by an Environmental Statement.
Notice under Regulation 25(3) of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 for further information submitted in relation to an environmental statement which has already been provided
Proposed Development at Moons Hill Quarry, Stoke St Michael, Radstock, BA3 5JU
I give notice that John Wainwright & Company Limited is applying to Somerset Council for planning permissions:
1- SCC/4079/2023 – To vary Planning Conditions 1, 7, 37 and 38 of Planning
Permission ref: IDO/M/24/B dated 11th July 1995 to amend the working plans,
restoration requirements and end dates to facilitate the Extension of Stoke Quarry
2- SCC/4080/2023 – To vary Planning Conditions 1, 7, 37 and 38 of Planning
Permission ref: IDO/M/26/B dated 11th July 1995 to amend the working plans,
restoration requirements and end dates to facilitate the Extension of Stoke Quarry
3- SCC/4081/2023 – To vary Planning Conditions 2, 8, 49, 50 and 51 of Planning
Permission ref: M25/1/76 dated 9th December 2003 to amend the working plans,
restoration requirements and end dates to facilitate the Extension of Stoke Quarry
4- SCC/4082/2023 – For the Extension of Stoke Quarry at Moons Hill Quarry for the
winning and working of minerals
The application is accompanied by an Environmental Statement. The development may affect Public Rights of Way, Scheduled Monument and the setting of Listed buildings.
Members of the public may inspect the application online at https://planning.somerset.gov.uk/Planning until 14th November 2025.
Any representations regarding the application should be made to Ruth Amundson at
planningmineralsandwaste@somerset.gov.uk
I must point out that representations received become a matter of public record, and as such may be made available at any time. Copies will also be forwarded to the Inspectorate and applicant in the event of an appeal.
Any personal data received, as part of such a representation, will be processed in accordance with the current Data Protection legislation, more information concerning the processing of your personal information by the Council can be found at www.somerset.gov.uk/privacy
This is a re-advertisement which relates to further environmental information
submitted under Regulation 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017. Any comments that have already been submitted will still be considered and need not be resubmitted.
Planning – Minerals and Waste Team Somerset Council

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Somerset Council
Parish of Drayton
Temporary Closure of School Street, Drayton Lane and East Street
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: School Street (10th November 2025 – 19th November 2025) – from the junction with Midelney Road, northwards for a distance of 467 metres; Drayton Lane (3rd November 2025 – 5th November 2025) – from the junction with School Street, westwards for a distance of 119 metres and East Street (5th November 2025 – 7th November 2025) from the junction with North Street, eastwards for a distance of 210 metres. A total distance of 796 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Water to carry out phased sewer lining infiltration reduction works.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months.
The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 19th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 15 days.
Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145740907 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out contact Wessex Water on 0345 600 3600 quoting ttro073188S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Yeovil Without
Temporary Closure of Footway Between Lyde Road And Fairmead Road
Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, intends to make an Order, the effect of which will prohibit all pedestrian traffic from proceeding along Footway Between Lyde Road And Fairmead Road- from the junction with Lyde Road to the junction with Fairmead Road. A total distance of 65 metres. This Order will enable Openreach to lay duct.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 6 months. The works are expected to commence on 4th November 2025 and last until 6th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 3 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144935688 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Circet on telephone number 0749 488 1980 quoting reference number ttro156071S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Frome
Temporary Closure of The Mount
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 Mount – from 53 metres south of the junction with Feltham Lane, southwards for a total distance of 557 metres. This Order will enable Tithegrove Ltd to carry out drainage and street lighting works on behalf of David Wilson Homes. The Order becomes effective on 15th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months.
The works are expected to commence on 20th October 2025 and last until 28th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 40 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144643404 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Tithegrove Ltd on telephone number 0755 779 1522 quoting reference number ttro162532E.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Long Load
Temporary Closure of Somerton Road
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: Somerton Road – from the junction with Church Lane, northwards for a total distance of 612 metres.This Order will enable Kiely Bros to carry out pre-surface dressing patching works on behalf of Somerset Highways. Solid diamond symbolization will be used on the diversion route and will not clash with any other Kiely Bros works within the area.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 6th November 2025 and last until
11th November 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 6 days.
Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144726562 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Kiely Bros on telephone number 0121 722 3800 quoting reference number ttro242049S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of South Barrow
Temporary Closure of Sparkford Road
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 Sparkford Road – from the junction with Fosters Lane, northwards for a total distance of 86 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Water to install a new connection. The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months.
The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 7th
November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 5 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145605831 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Wessex Water on telephone number 0345 600 4600 quoting reference number ttro296926S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Ash
Temporary Closure of Main Street
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: Main Street – from the junction with Tintinhull Forts Interchange, northwestwards for a total distance of 767 metres. This Order will enable Kiely Bros to carry out pre-surface dressing patching works on behalf of Somerset Highways. Solid diamond symbolization will be used on the diversion route and will not clash with any other Kiely Bros works within the area.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months.
The works are expected to commence on 4th November 2025 and last until 6th November 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 3 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144725923 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Kiely Bros on telephone number 0121 772 3800 quoting reference number ttro349542S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Chard Town
Temporary Closure of Catchgate Lane
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: Catchgate Lane – from the junction with Crimchard, north-westwards for a total distance of 140 metres. This Order will enable EJC Contracts Ltd to lay duct and build chambers on behalf of Nexifibre.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 4th November 2025 and last until
17th November 2025 between the hours of 08:00 – 19:00 weekdays and 08:00 – 18:00
weekends for a total of 14 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145221953
for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact EJC Contracts Ltd on telephone number 0289 083 9574 quoting reference number ttro364738S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Winsham
Temporary Closure of Court Street
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 Court Street – from the junction with Church Street to the junction with Broadenham Lane. A total distance of 248 metres. This Order will enable National Grid to carry out tree trimming works.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for
18 months. The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until
5th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 3 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145563867 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact National Grid on telephone number 01460 273067 quoting reference number ttro441481S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Long Load
Temporary Closure of Martock Road
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: Martock Road – from the junction with Paynes Lane to the junction with Church Lane. A total distance of 1301 metres. This Order will enable Kiely Bros to carry out pre-surface dressing patching works on behalf of Somerset Highways. Solid diamond symbolization will be used on the diversion route and will not clash with any other Kiely Bros works within the area.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 6th November 2025 and last until
11th November 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 6 days.
Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144730149 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Kiely Bros on telephone number 0121 772 3800 quoting reference number ttro442253S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Hatch Beauchamp
Temporary Closure of Oldway Lane
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 Oldway Lane – from the junction with Village Road, north-eastwards for a total distance of 76 metres. This Order will enable Amco Griffen to carry out de-vegetation and maintenance works.
The Order becomes effective on 15th October 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months. The works are expected to commence on 20th October 2025 and last until 22nd October 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 3 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144686918 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact GTM on telephone number 0178 723 7509 quoting reference number ttro474702W(TD).
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of South Petherton
Temporary Closure of Footway Between Summer Shard And Summer Shard
Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, intends to make an Order, the effect of which will prohibit all pedestrian traffic from proceeding along Footway Between Summer Shard And Summer Shard- from beside property number 50 Summer Shard to outside property number 66 Summer Shard. A total distance of 38 metres. This Order will enable Openreach to carry out cabling works.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 6 months. The works are expected to commence on 5th November 2025 and last until 7th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 3 days. There is no alternative route for this closure. The works promoter will contact residents and businesses directly to discuss access arrangements. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144917639 for further information. For information about the works being carried out please contact Circet on 0739 921 5678 quoting ttro487725S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parishes of The Charltons and Somerton
Temporary Closure of Welham and West Charlton
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: Welham – from the junction with Kingweston Road to the junction with Wilmoors Lane; and West Charlton – from the junction with Wilmoors Lane, southeastwards for a distance of 935 metres. A total distance of 1676 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Internet to carry out pre-enablement works of fibre cables.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 5th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 3 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144893035 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Wessex Internet on telephone number 0333 240 7997 quoting reference number ttro500777S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Kingsbury Episcopi
Temporary Closure of Dudmoor and Broadmead
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: Dudmoor – from the junction with Folly Road to the junction with Stockditch Road and Broadmead – from the junction with Stockditch Road to the junction with Gawbridge. A total distance of 1711 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Internet to install fibre cables.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 7th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 5 days.
Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145541267 for further information on the
alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Wessex Internet on telephone number 0333 240 7997 quoting reference number ttro509986S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Corton Denham
Temporary Closure of Corton Denham Road
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 Corton Denham Road – from the junction with Beacon Lane to the junction with Ridge Lane. A total distance of 852 metres. This Order will enable Openreach to carry out pole testing works.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 6th November 2025 and last until 7th November 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 2 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144983273 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 ttro530001S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Seavington St. Mary
Temporary Closure of Meade Lane
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: Meade Lane – from the junction with Water Street, eastwards for a total distance of 394 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Internet to install duct and fibre cable.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months.
The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 7th
November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 5 days. There is no alternative route for this closure. The works promoter will contact residents and businesses directly to discuss access arrangements. Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144879516 for further information. For information about the works being carried out please contact Wessex Internet on telephone number 0333 240 7997 quoting reference number ttro546799S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parishes of Martock and Long Load
Temporary Closure of Long Load Road
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: Long Load Road – from the junction with Paynes Lane to the junction with Highway Road. A total distance of 1208 metres. This Order will enable Kiely Bros to carry out pre-surface dressing patching works on behalf of Somerset Highways.
Solid diamond symbolization will be used on the diversion route and will not clash with any other Kiely Bros works within the area.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for
18 months. The works are expected to commence on 6th November 2025 and last until
11th November 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 6 days.
Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144727463 for further information on the
alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Kiely Bros on telephone number 0121 772 3800 quoting reference number ttro580105S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Ashcott
Temporary Closure of High Street
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 High Street – from the junction with Whitley Lane, south-westwards for a total distance of 62 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Water to install a new connection.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 7th November 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 5 days.
Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144855971 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out contact Wessex Water on 0345 600 3600 quoting ttro609580N.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Sampford Brett
Temporary Closure of Weacombe Road
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: Weacombe Road – from the junction with Taunton Road, north-eastwards for a total distance of 417 metres. This Order will enable Kier to carry out drainage works on behalf of Somerset Highways.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 3rd November 2025 and last until 16th January 2026 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 75 days.
Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145026171 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Somerset Highways on telephone number 0300 123 2224 quoting reference number ttro611695W.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Kingsbury Episcopi
Temporary Closure of Iron Dish Lane
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 Iron Dish Lane – from the junction with Burrow Farm Lane, westwards for a total distance of 1030 metres. This Order will enable Heidelberg to carry out prep and resurfacing works on behalf of Somerset Highways.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 7th November 2025 and last until 11th November 2025 between the hours of 07:30 – 18:00 for a total of 5 days. There is no alternative route for this closure. The works promoter will contact residents and businesses directly to discuss access arrangements. Visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145081262 for further information. For information about the works being carried out please contact Somerset Highways on 0300 123 2224 quoting ttro671740S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Street
Temporary Closure of Farm Lane
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 Farm Lane – from outside property number 79 Grange Avenue, eastwards for a total distance of 24 metres. This Order will enable Openreach to carry out underground structural works.
The Order becomes effective on 15th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 20th October 2025 and last until
21st October 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 2 days. There is no alternative route for this closure. The works promoter will contact residents and businesses directly to discuss access arrangements. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144654045 for further information. For information about the works being carried out please contact Sunbelt Rentals on 0370 050 0792 quoting ttro710902E.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Bruton
Temporary Closure of Dropping Lane
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: Dropping Lane – from 493 metres east of the junction with Discove Lane, for a total distance of 589 metres. This Order will enable Kier to carry out jetting works on behalf of Somerset Highways.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18
months. The works are expected to commence on 6th November 2025 and last until 7th November 2025 between the hours of 09:30 – 15:30 for a total of 2 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144918202 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Somerset Highways on telephone number 0300 123 2224 quoting reference number ttro815704S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Taunton
Temporary Closure of Footway Between Hamilton Road And Thames Drive With Various Links
Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, intends to make an Order, the effect of which will prohibit all pedestrian and cyclist traffic from proceeding along; Footway Between Hamilton Road And Thames Drive With Various Links- from the junction with Footway Between Blackbrook Way And Severn Drive With Links To Various Streets, northwards for a total distance of 24 metres. This Order will enable Neom Engineering Ltd to carry out bridge replacement works on behalf of Somerset Highways.
The Order becomes effective on 29th October 2025 and will remain in force for 6 months.
The works are expected to commence on 5th November 2025 and last until 17th December 2025 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 43 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145091709 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Neom Engineering Ltd on telephone number 0204 542 0866 quoting reference number ttro837273W(TD).
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Ash
Temporary Closure of Main Street, Martock Lane, Ash Lane and Foldhill Lane
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 Main Street (25th October 2025 – 29th October 2025) – from the junction with Witcombe Lane, south-eastwards for a distance of 68 metres; Martock Lane (25th October 2025 – 29th October and 12th November 2025 – 20th February 2026) – from the junction with Main Street, southwards for a distance of 477 metres; Ash Lane (12th November 2025 – 20th February 2026) – from the junction with Foldhill Lane, northwards for a distance of 670 metres; and Foldhill Lane (13th February 2026 – 20th February 2026) – from 150 metres north-east of the junction with Railway Cuttings Close, eastwards for 22 metres. A total distance of 1,237 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Water to carry out phased installation works for a new main and associated apparatus.
The Order becomes effective on 15th October 2025 and will remain in force for 18 months.
The works are expected to commence on 25th October 2025 and last until 20th February 2026 between the hours of 00:00 – 23:59 for a total of 106 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB145673747 for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact Wessex Water on
telephone number 0345 600 4600 quoting reference number ttro846648S.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Parish of Taunton
Temporary Closure of Broadlands Road
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 Broadlands Road – from the junction with Trull Road to the junction with Middleway. A total distance of 172 metres. This Order will enable BRM Utility Services Ltd to repair Frame and Cover on behalf of Vodafone.
The Order becomes effective on 15th October 2025 and will remain in force for
18 months. The works are expected to commence on 21st October 2025 and last until
21st October 2025 between the hours of 07:00 – 19:00 for a total of 12 hours.
Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB144767647 for further information on the
alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact BRM Utility Services Ltd on telephone number 0771 355 7683 quoting reference number ttro961110W(TD).
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025
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.

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Somerset Council
Kings Drive, Bridgwater in the Parish of Bridgwater Without
(Temporary One-Way) Order 2025
Notice is hereby given that on the 10th day of October 2025 Somerset Council made the above Order in exercise of the provisions of Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as previously advertised on the 1st day of October 2025, to introduce a temporary one-way on the road specified in the Schedule below.
This Order will come into operation on the 15th day of October 2025 and will remain in force for eighteen months.
The Works are expected to commence on the 20th day of October 2025 until the 4th day of December 2025 (between 0730 hours and 1700 hours) to enable CJL Construction Limited working on behalf of Bloor Homes South West to carry out works to install a new foul water pumping main. The restriction will only apply when indicated by traffic signs.
A copy of the draft Traffic Regulation Order and the associated plans can be examined at www.somerset.gov.uk/TRO. Please visit www.one.network for further information on the alternative route.
For information about the works being carried out please contact CJL Construction Limited, by telephone on 07900 214036.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive. Dated: 15th October 2025
Schedule
Temporary One-Way
Kings Drive, Bridgwater (northerly direction) – From its junction with the A39 Bath Road in a northerly direction to its junction with Kings Drive (access road to Willowdown Primary School)
Statement of reasons for making the Order
a) because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near the road
b) because of the likelihood of danger to the public, or of serious damage to the road, which is not attributable to such works.

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SOMERSET COUNCIL
(VARIOUS ROADS, HUISH EPISCOPI)
(PARISH OF HUISH EPISCOPI)
(30MPH SPEED LIMIT)
ORDER 2024
Notice is hereby given that on Friday the 10th day of October 2025 Somerset Council made the above order in pursuance of the provisions of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as previously advertised on the 7th day of November 2024 to introduce a 30mph speed limit on the lengths of road as specified in the Schedule to this Order. The Order comes into effect on the 15th day of October 2025. A copy of the Order may be inspected online at www.somerset.gov.uk/TRO. If any person wishes to question the validity of the order or of any of its provisions on the grounds that it or they are not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (the Act), or that any requirement of the Act or of any instrument made under the Act has not been complied with, that person may, within 6 weeks from the date on which the order is made, apply for the purpose to the High Court. General enquiries relating to this Order may be made in writing, quoting reference number ET18102024, to Somerset Council, Traffic Management, B2 West, County Hall, Taunton TA1 4DY or by email troinbox@somerset.gov.uk.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025

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SOMERSET COUNCIL
(OLD A3037, SEA AND GREENWAY, DOWLISH FORD, ILMINSTER)
(PARISHES OF DONYATT AND ILLMINSTER)
(40MPH SPEED LIMIT)
ORDER 2024
Notice is hereby given that on Friday the 10th day of October 2025 Somerset Council made the above order in pursuance of the provisions of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as previously advertised on the 7th day of November 2024 to introduce a 40mph speed limit on the lengths of road as specified in the Schedule to this Order. The Order comes into effect on the 15th day of October 2025. A copy of the Order may be inspected online at www.somerset.gov.uk/TRO. If any person wishes to question the validity of the order or of any of its provisions on the grounds that it or they are not within the powers conferred by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (the Act), or that any requirement of the Act or of any instrument made under the Act has not been complied with, that person may, within 6 weeks from the date on which the order is made, apply for the purpose to the High Court. General enquiries relating to this Order may be made in writing, quoting reference number ET22102024, to Somerset Council, Traffic Management, B2 West, County Hall, Taunton TA1 4DY or by email troinbox@somerset.gov.uk.
Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive
Dated: 15th October 2025

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