Derek Deedman

Liberal Democrat County Councillor for Bramber Castle Division

Blackstone Lane traffic – how to complain

Independent Woodmancote Parish Cllr Crispin Blazeby has shown how to complain about the illegal use of Blackstone Lane by oversize lorries.

Having followed a TNT truck along Blackstone Lane which did not stop, contrary to the prohibition of all trucks over 6ft 6 inches (2 metres) wide unless they require access to properties in the Lane, he demanded an explanation from the Company concerned as to why the truck was not complying with UK law.

The Health Safety and Environmental Director of TNT Express responded by confirming that the driver was to be interviewed and reminded not to use Blackstone Lane in future. In addition the Director stated that the matter would be raised at the next Driver’s Meeting to ensure all drivers are aware of this legal compliance requirement.

This was great work by Crispin and shows what can be done to help enforce traffic restrictions on commercial users on our roads. Anyone can do this, just take a note of the vehicle registration number, name/address of the operator and date/time and contact them demanding an explanation as to why they allow the legal traffic restriction to be broken.

have your say

Add your comment

:

: