We are aware that rumours persist in relation to this matter so for the avoidance of confusion we have reproduced the highways section update in full below:
Following a review of the Site
Investigation Report we have considered the recommendations identified in
Aecom’s report and prepared a draft proposal based on these recommendations.
This has been discussed with Aecom to verify its acceptability and a way forward
identified. Given the nature of the proposed works and the previous involvement
of Aecom they have been approached to undertake the detailed design and have
been asked to provide a fee estimate to undertake this design work. Subject to
the design and no issues with utilities it is hoped to have a solution prepared
to allow a site start early in the next financial year.
Once the proposal has been
further developed it will be forwarded to the utility companies to ascertain
potential implication for utility apparatus. The main issue concerns the
existing gas main at the top of the slip. Any requirement to divert this could
have significant implications for both cost and programme although initial
discussions with Aecom have identified that the proposals should have minimal
further impact on the A1086 and the existing utilities.
With respect to the temporary
traffic restriction on the A1086 Coast Road past the slip. We have carried out
trial holes in the west footpath/verge to locate existing utility apparatus.
This has identified significant apparatus within the footpath/verge which as
identified in the previous email would make any widening potentially costly and
not a quick solution due to timescales for utilities with any required works
also needing a full road closure. As identified in the previous update there is
evidence of further cracks in the verge to the rear of the that kerb suggests
that further movement has occurred since the initial slip. This slip was caused
by high water content and given the current weather conditions, in the interest
of public safety I would not advise reopening the road to two way traffic as
further significant movement is likely to impact the carriageway.
We are aware of numerous rumours
and concerns regarding full closure of the road to undertake remedial work in
the near future. I can confirm that there is no road closure currently
programmed to undertake any works and we are hopeful subject to development of
the detailed design any proposed remedial works can be undertaken whilst
maintaining the current traffic arrangement. Should this change all interested
parties will be kept informed and further discussions held.
We will continue to publish regular updates on this issue but please feel free to contact us if you require any further information in the meantime.