Wednesday 8 Mar 2006
IMPORTANT TRAFFIC INFORMATION – SHAW LANE CLOSURE
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Network Rail has started work at Shaw Lane, Hanch, Lichfield as part of the Trent Valley four tracking project (TV4) to double the number of tracks to four between Tamworth, Lichfield and Armitage with Handsacre. From 15 March 2006, Shaw Lane will be closed to traffic for up to nine months, while the bridge over the railway is replaced to accommodate the additional tracks. Senior Programme Manager for TV4, Keith Riley, said: “We have consulted with local people to ensure this essential work is carried out with minimal disruption in the area. Road traffic diversions will be put in place, and I’d recommend drivers plan their journeys and take care on the roads while this work is being carried out. “ Network Rail has consulted with Staffordshire County Council’s Highways Division and a comprehensive traffic management plan with sign posted diversionary routes will be put in place. Access to properties on Shaw Lane and Tuppenhurst Lane will be maintained at all times while haul roads will be used to keep as much construction traffic off the roads as possible.
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