Bicton Heath – parking restrictions
The parking restrictions are intended to provide junction protection, deter commuter parking and ensure emergency vehicle access.
Whittington - Gobowen Road - 30mph Speed Limit
Proposal
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Title of Scheme |
Whittington - Gobowen Road - 30mph Speed Limit |
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Description |
The introduction of a 30mph speed limit extension on the B5009 Gobowen Road north of Whittington is to decrease the speed of traffic entering the residential area of Whittington, making it safer for all road users, and improving the amenities in the area.
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Locations |
Gobowen Road, Whittington |
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Consultation Begins
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21 June 2023 |
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Consultation Ends
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12 July 2023 |
THE SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL
(BOROUGH OF OSWESTRY) (SPEED LIMITS)
ORDER 2007 (AMENDMENT) ORDER
B5009 (aka Gobowen Road)
From a point 209 metres north-west of its junction with Top Street to a point 12 metres north west of its junction with the A495.
Any existing speed limits on this stretch of road will be revoked.
21 June 2023
(Data Protection: Please note that representations received may be reproduced, stored, copied and published on-line in connection with the processing of the (proposed) Order and/or any Inquiry. Information will not be used for additional purposes without consent. Representations without a name and address will be treated as anonymous, which may affect their weight in the decision making process. Any details published on-line will exclude individuals email addresses and phone numbers.)
How to get involved
Full details of these proposals may be viewed at Oswestry Library, Arthur Street, Oswestry. Alternatively, you may request copies by:
- E-mailing: traffic.engineering@shropshire.gov.uk
- Writing to: Traffic Engineering Team, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6ND
- Calling 0345 678 9006.
If you wish to raise an objection, express support, or make any other comments about these proposals, please send us an e-mail or letter by 12 July 2023 (contact details as above). You may also ring the above phone number for more information.
Please note that, for legal reasons, objections must be made in writing or by e-mail, and should state the grounds on which the objection is made. Objections cannot be accepted over the phone.
Outcome
The statutory two year deadline for bringing proposals into force after consultation has passed. Therefore, this scheme will not now be implemented. Shropshire Council may decide to look at this again in the future.
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