Option 7B flies in the face of recent changes to The Highway Code to improve the safety of people walking, cycling, and riding horses. A wider bridge is all about the convenience and speed of cars and lorries!
The problem of articulated HGVs using this route has been solved by the installation of two strategically placed 'Not suitable for HGVs' signs. We don't want to turn the clock back!
Please write to all three planning authorities quoting each planning Ref to object to Essex Highways' planning application to demolish and widen Boxted bridge by April 14th!
Essex CC Ref CC/COL/106/21 mineralsandwastedm@essex.gov.uk
Babergh DC Ref DC/22/00050 planninggreen@baberghmidsuffolk.gov.uk
Colchester BC Ref 220059 planning.services@colchester.gov.uk
SAVE OUR BRIDGE!