Lorry Watch

A scheme operated using local observers, to detect the misuse of weight restricted routes by heavy goods vehicles in local towns and parishes.
 

Heavy vehicles are prohibited from certain routes which are deemed to be unsuitable. Large vehicles using these routes can create serious safety hazards for other road users and pedestrians, in particular children.

How Does the Scheme Work?

• Local observers note details of vehicles that may be misusing the route.

• Details are then handed to the parish or town co-ordinator for administration.

• The co-ordinator sends details to us.

• We will then obtain details of the owners of the vehicles from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency in Swansea.

• Once the vehicle type has been confirmed a letter will be sent to the owner to determine whether the driver was in contravention of the Order when observed (there are exemptions).

• We will then make a decision as to what action is necessary.

For more information contact Tony Freeman

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