The decision can be viewed on Programme Officers website.. Something went wrong, please try again later. Don't worry if you can't make it, you can also email us onm2j5@nationalhighways.co.ukor call 0300 123 5000, and one of us will be in touch. To ensure public safety, and allow an investigation to take place, officers have closed the coastbound M2 between junctions 3 and 4. These were for specialist machines known as piling rigs, which will be helping us to start building retaining walls for the new links to and from the M2., Piling rigs allow us to install foundations, posts and walls below the surface, by either creating concrete columns or inserting metal sheets. To ensure public safety, and allow an investigation to take place, officers have closed the coastbound M2 between junctions 3 and 4. WebWeekend closures cancelled after clash with M2 works Adam McGroarty Planned works on the A249 this weekend have been cancelled after a clash with works being carried out on the M2 . Closures generally run 8pm-6am unless they are over 12 hours. You all know we've had a series of weekend closures on the A249 north of M2 junction 5 recently which we know havent been easy. The M2 coastbound wil be closed overnight. 
The M2 is a motorway in Kent which runs through the Medway towns, Sittingbourne and Faversham. These sessions will then continue on the second Wednesday of the month. The accident took place between J3 and J4, between Chatham and Gillingham. Motorists are advised to expect delays and, where possible, use an alternative route. Weve made good progress on the slips, however due to the cold weather predicted this week, were unable to complete the last stages of the work putting down the final layer of surfacing, and line painting. These are detailed below: The A249southbound(towards Maidstone) between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing will befully closed overnight: The A249northbound(towards Sheppey) between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing will befully closed: During these closures, there will be intermittent lane closures on the A249southbound (towards Maidstone) between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout, with a lane remaining open. Starting on Wednesday 8 June, our Stakeholder & Communications Officer will be on hand at. The scheme will improvethe safety of the junction for allroad users The improvements will support economic growth as increasing capacity at the junction will support the future housing and employment growth in the area., Preferred Route Announcement (May 2018)Consultation Report (May 2018)Scheme Assessment Report (May 2018)Scheme Assessment Report - AppendicesConsultation BrochurePrint questionnaire. But highways bosses have now confirmed the closure - to enable bridge repair works on the motorway - has been put off, with a new date yet to be set. There would no longer be a need for a U-turn facility due to the provision of the link from South Green Lane to Oad Street and the Stockbury Roundabout. Weekend closures. The A249southbound(towards Maidstone) between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout will be fully closed from: During these closures, there will be intermittent lane closures on the A249northbound(towards Sheppey) between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout, with a lane remaining open. I have customers from Germany and Nigeria. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed. Reference copies of all of these documents are also available for inspection at Sittingbourne Library, Central Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4AH during their normal opening hours. The red dotted line shows the section of the road which has been closed. 
To manage traffic and access around the bridge local and regional diversion routes will be set up. The M2 will be fully open this weekend. Two new dedicated free-flowing slip roads would be created with a left turn for traffic travelling from the A249 southbound to the M2 westbound and a left turn from the A249 northbound to the M2 eastbound. Parts of the M3 will also be closed this weekend. This work is now complete.. One way well be doing this is by reducing the amount of water sprayed on working areas. The existing southbound deceleration lane would be lengthened to 110m, incorporating a 30m direct taper. To ensure the final surface is safe and will last, surfacing needs to be done when the temperatures are consistently a few degrees above zero. Cars stuck on the eastbound lanes are being turned back to J3. They include: Modelling SummaryPlanning Policy SummaryScheme Development SummaryTechnical Appraisal ReportArtist Impression - View from Church Lane towards M2Artist Impression - View from M2 eastbound slip roadArtist Impression - View from Honeycrock HillArtist Impression - View from Oad StreetArtist Impression - View towards M2One Page General Arrangement DrawingPreliminary Design - Combined Safety and Hazard Log, Environmental Assessment SummaryEnvironmental Study ReportEnvironmental Statement - Public NoticeEnvironmental Statement - Non-technical SummaryEnvironmental Statement - Volume 1 Main TextVolume 2 Appendix A Outline Environmental Management PlanVolume 2 Appendix B Air QualityVolume 2 Appendix C Noise and VibrationVolume 2 Appendix D BiodiversityVolume 2 Appendix D.1 Hazel Dormouse SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.2 Reptile SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.3 Breeding Birds SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.4 Great Crested Newt SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.5 Bat SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.6 Habitats Regulations Assessment ScreeningVolume 2 Appendix D.7 Hedgerow AssessmentVolume 2 Appendix D.8 Wintering Bird SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.9 Badger SurveyVolume 2 Appendix E.1 Road Drainage and the Water EnvironmentVolume 2 Appendix E.2 Flood Risk AssessmentVolume 2 Appendix E.3 Water Framework DirectiveVolume 2 Appendix E.4 Drainage StrategyVolume 2 Appendix F Landscape and VisualVolume 2 Appendix G.1 Geology and SoilsVolume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 1Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 2Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 3Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 1Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 2Volume 2 Appendix H.2 Further Archaeological Evaluation ReportVolume 2 Appendix H.3 Cultural HeritageVolume 2 Appendix I Population and Human HealthVolume 2 Appendix J Assessment of Cumulative EffectsVolume 2 Appendix K ClimateVolume 2 Appendix L Major Accidents & DisastersVolume 2 Appendix M Arboricultural Impact AssessmentVolume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 1)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 2)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 5Volume 3 Figures Chapter 6Volume 3 Figures Chapter 7Volume 3 Figures Chapter 8Volume 3 Figures Chapter 9 (Part 1)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 9 (Part 2)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 10Volume 3 Figures Chapter 11Volume 3 Figures Chapter 15Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 1 Main TextEnvironmental Statement Addendum Volume 2 Appendices - Appendix D.6 Amended Habitat Regulations Assessment Stage 1 ScreeningEnvironmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 2Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 7Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 1Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 2Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 3Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 4Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 5Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 6Environmental Statement Addendum Annex 1 Volume 1 Main Text, Confirmed Side Roads Order Booklet (including Plans)Side Roads Order - Public NoticeCompulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule bookletCompulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 1 - 10 (scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 10 - 20 (scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 1, pages 21 - 22 and table 2 1-10(scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 2 and pages 20-31 (scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Plans bookletCompulsory Purchase Order - Public NoticeLine Order - Schedule and plans bookletLine Order - Public NoticeStatement of ReasonsPreliminary Design Drawings - notes and keysPreliminary Design Drawings 1Preliminary Design Drawings 2Preliminary Design Drawings 3Preliminary Design Drawings 4Preliminary Design Drawings 5Preliminary Design Drawings 6Project background and related documentsM2 Junction 5 Improvement - Stage 1 Road Safety Audit Feb 2019Detailed Modification MOD-1Detailed Modification MOD-2Detailed Modification MOD-3Detailed Modification MOD-4Detailed Modification MOD-5Detailed Modification MOD-6, Delivery plan 2015 to 2020Certificate of Compliance with Operations Technical Leadership Group (Ops TLG). install foundations, posts and walls below the surface, by either creating concrete columns or inserting metal sheets. The date of this notice is known as the Relevant Date and other key dates in the public inquiry process are measured from it. Westbound lanes were also closed earlier, but drivers report that traffic is now moving along these lanes. This dampening down with water helps to reduce dust. Well only be carrying out piling work during the day., Thank you to everyone for their patience during the recent weekend closure of the A249 to move utility services and pipes under the northbound carriageway. We published the Orders for the M2 junction 5/A249 Stockbury Roundabout improvements scheme under the Highways Act 1980 on 13 June 2019 with a representation period of six weeks that ended on 25 July 2019. We plan to reopen the slips on Friday 13 January 2023.. It provides an alternative route to the port of Dover, supplementing that of the M20 13:32, 17 MAR 2023 Live M20 and M2 traffic updates as strikers cancel ferries Kent News Bookmark Motorcyclist flown to hospital in serious Comments 08:44 Adam McGroarty WebThe M2 is in the southeastern part of England and links Kent to London and the rest of the UK. Lane three (of three) remains closed on the westbound side to assist with the accident. With ongoing improvements and maintenance plans to keep our sprawling road network safe and functional, keep an eye out for any M2 news to avoid traffic. 
It provides an alternative route to the port of Dover, supplementing that of the M20. Reason : Roadworks are planned. The M2 closure comes into force at 8p tonight and will lift on Monday morning The closure will last for 58 hours - wiping out all of Saturday and Sunday - and reopening at 6am on Monday. Schedule : From 20:00 on 29 March 2023 to 06:00 on 30 March 2023. With the M2 shut all weekend from Friday, motorists heading coastbound will need to head down the M20. Trapped traffic on the eastbound side is being now being released past the scene. It will be closed from Monday 13 March to Friday 17 March between 8pm and 5am each night. It provides an alternative route to the port of Dover, supplementing that of the M20 13:32, 17 MAR 2023 Live M20 and M2 traffic updates as strikers cancel ferries Kent News Bookmark Motorcyclist flown to hospital in serious Well be sharing more information about the final designs later this year. Youre also welcome to call us on 0300 123 5000 or email us at m2j5@nationalhighways.co.uk to speak to one of the team about the project. The map of the junction below shows how traffic will use the slip roads from Monday 30 January. 
The M2 is set for its second weekend closure of the summer from tonight (July 20). To join the northbound carriageway, turn left, go to M20 junction 7 and the return on the A249 northbound. Interested to see what it will look like when our work is finished? Traffic will be diverted south down the A249 to the M20 then on to the A20, A2E and back to the M2 at Junction 6 where the diversion ends. (MOD-1), The provision of a secondary field access to the parcel of land located north of the M2 viaduct and between Maidstone Road and the A249 following a request for further mitigation by the affected landowner (MOD-2), Amendment of Plot 1/8 for change of ownership (MOD-3), Amendment of Plot 1/14 for change of ownership (MOD-4), Amendment of Plot 1/21 for change of address (MOD-5). Closures for the current week are listed by start date, select a day from the row above the closures list to see the planned closures for that day. The dates, timings and locations of the events will be advertised here on our project website and through our social media channels. Location : The M2 eastbound between junctions J5 and J6 . Any queries regarding the programme of the Public Inquiry should be made directly to the Programme Officer, Yvonne Parker. The A249 southbound (towards Maidstone) between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing will be fully closed: 8pm Friday 10 March to 5am Monday 13 March; 8pm Friday 17 March to 5am Monday 20 March; 8pm Friday 24 March to 5am Monday 27 March; 8pm Friday 31 March to 5am Monday 3 April Reduced ferry services at the Port of Dover have caused lengthy queues of freight traffic, prompting the return of the contraflow. M2 police chase ends at Dartford Tunnel after cannabis factory discovered in Sittingbourne, Recap after crash and oil spill on M2 closes road near Maidstone causing five miles of congestion, There had been an oil spillage on the M2 westbound after crash, Live M2 traffic updates after car and lorry crash, The accident took place around junction 6, Live M20, M25 and M2 recap as drivers faced Christmas travel chaos, Millions of drivers hit the roads ahead of Christmas Day, The roadworks taking place on A249 and M2 over Christmas, Some of the closures are part of long-term projects, M2 traffic builds as emergency services rush to multi-vehicle crash near Rochester - as it happened, Police, ambulance and fire crews were all at the scene, A299 Thanet Way blocked by crash and medical emergency - live traffic updates, M2 crash causes Medway traffic chaos and delays - recap, Three miles of congestion were reported in the area, Rusty Goffe: The Kent actor who appeared in Star Wars, Willy Wonka, Harry Potter and Dr Who, Many are sure to recognise this famous face but you may not know of his ties to the Garden of England, Tributes pour in for 'lovely' flight stewardess tragically killed in M2 crash, Heidie Lee Locke was also a keen photographer, Van driver may have seen moments before woman was killed in M2 crash between Faversham and Sittingbourne, A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and drink driving, Woman killed in M2 crash between Faversham and Sittingbourne, The best easy access Kent walks that are perfect for winter, Getting out in the fresh air is just as important in Winter - but some routes make more sense than others, People with suspected diphtheria moved from Manston to hotels across country, The transport secretary said the infections present an "extremely low risk" to the wider public, Pictures show extent of emergency response to serious M2 crash, One person has sustained serious injuries. Schedule : From 20:00 on 29 March 2023 to 06:00 on 30 March 2023. Closures over 12 hours or more are highlighted in blue on the downloadable 'roadwork status' attachment. (External link - Opens in a new tab or window), 'Highways Act 1980 Orders' and 'M2 junction 5 - Deposit Documents', Secretary of State Decision Letter June 2021, Secretary of State Decision Letter June 2021 Annex, Inspectors Report into the Public Inquiry, Confirmed Side Roads Order Booklet (including Plans) (confirmed in 2021), Combined Notice of Confirmation of Side Roads Order and Making of Section 10 Line Order (confirmed in 2021), Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 1 - 10, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 10 - 20, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 1, pages 21 - 22 and table 2 1-10, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 2 and pages 20-31, Compulsory Purchase Order - Public Notice, Made Section 10 Line Order Booklet (including Plans) (confirmed in 2021), Environmental Statement - Non-technical Summary, Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 1 Main Text, Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 2 Appendices - Appendix D.6 Amended Habitat, nvironmental Statement Addendum Annex 1 Volume 1 Main Text, Artist Impression - View from Church Lane towards M2, Artist Impression - View from M2 eastbound slip road, Artist Impression - View from Honeycrock Hill, Preliminary Design - Combined Safety and Hazard Log, Environmental Statement - Volume 1 Main Text, Volume 2 Appendix A Outline Environmental Management Plan, Volume 2 Appendix D.1 Hazel Dormouse Survey, Volume 2 Appendix D.3 Breeding Birds Survey, Volume 2 Appendix D.4 Great Crested Newt Survey, Volume 2 Appendix D.6 Habitats Regulations Assessment Screening, Volume 2 Appendix D.7 Hedgerow Assessment, Volume 2 Appendix D.8 Wintering Bird Survey, Volume 2 Appendix E.1 Road Drainage and the Water Environment, Volume 2 Appendix E.2 Flood Risk Assessment, Volume 2 Appendix E.3 Water Framework Directive, Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 1, Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 2, Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 3, Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 1, Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 2, Volume 2 Appendix H.2 Further Archaeological Evaluation Report, Volume 2 Appendix I Population and Human Health, Volume 2 Appendix J Assessment of Cumulative Effects, Volume 2 Appendix L Major Accidents & Disasters, Volume 2 Appendix M Arboricultural Impact Assessment, Volume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 1), Volume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 2), Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 2 Appendices - Appendix D.6 Amended Habitat Regulations Assessment Stage 1 Screening, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 2, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 7, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 1, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 2, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 3, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 4, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 5, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 6, Environmental Statement Addendum Annex 1 Volume 1 Main Text, Confirmed Side Roads Order Booklet (including Plans), Compulsory Purchase Order Plans booklet, Preliminary Design Drawings - notes and keys, M2 Junction 5 Improvement - Stage 1 Road Safety Audit Feb 2019, Certificate of Compliance with Operations Technical Leadership Group (Ops TLG), 8pm Tuesday 4 April to 5am Wednesday 5 April, 8pm Wednesday 5 April to 5am Thursday 6 April, 8pm Wednesday 12 April to 5am Thursday 13 April, 8pm Thursday 13 April to 5am Friday 14 April, 8pm Friday 31 March to 5am Monday 3 April, 8pm Friday 10 March to 5am Monday 13 March, 8pm Friday 17 March to 5am Monday 20 March, 8pm Friday 24 March to 5am Monday 27 March, 8pm Wednesday 8 March to 5am Thursday 9 March, 8pm Monday 13 March to 5am Wednesday 15 March, 8pm Monday 27 March to 5am Friday 31 March , the installation of drainage pipes, gullies and chambers, which will manage surface water and prevent flooding, preparing the ground and laying the foundations for a new safety barrier, installation of safety barriers within the central reservation, clearance and preparation work for the base of the new Stockbury flyover north bridge, 8pm Friday 24 February to 5am Monday 27 February, Fully closed at night between the Stockbury roundabout and Maidstone on Thursday 16, Friday 17, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February (9pm to 5am each night), Lane closures will also be in place on the same stretch daytime on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 February (5am to 9pm), Lane closures will also be in place between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout overnight on Friday 17 (8pm to 5am) and again overnight on Saturday 18 February (8pm to 5am), Fully closed daytime between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February (both 5am to 9pm), Lane closures will also be in place between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing on the nights of Friday 17, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February (all 8pm to 5am), 8pm Friday 20 January to 5am Monday 23 January, 8pm Friday 27 January to 5am Monday 30 January, 8pm Friday 10 February to 5am Monday 13 February, 8pm Friday 17 February to 5am Monday 20 February, 8pm Friday 3 February to 5am Saturday 4 February, 5am Saturday 4 February to 5am Monday 6 February, The diversion of water pipes, electricity and phone lines, Preliminary Design Drawings (available in the 'Highways Act 1980 Orders' section below), Environmental Statement - Volume 2 Appendices (available in the 'Environmental 2019' section below), Environmental Statement - Volume 3 Figures (available in the 'Environmental 2019' section below), Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 3 Figures (please view addendum documents for Volume 3 in the'Environmental 2019'section below), A new field access at Whipstakes Farm is proposed to replace the one being stopped up under the Published Scheme. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. This closure is in addition to the ongoing weekend closures that we've got in place, which are detailed below.. Highways England will close the Londonbound carriageway between junction 7 for the Brenley Corner to junction 5 for Sittingbourne for resurfacing works. The Londonbound carriageway was also closed but had reopened by 2.15pm. Keep up to date with what's happening on this scheme by signing up to our updates. There will be no through access to the A249 from Oad Street or Pett Lane., The businesses on Oad Street, such as the caf and the butchers, will remain open as usual, and can be accessed via the diversions above., If you're joining the A249 to go south (towards Maidstone) from the A2, please join at the Key Street roundabout., For businesses and residents within the closure itself who need direct access off Oad Street, please make your way to the closure point where access will be provided., For safety, were unable to allow anyone through our working area during the closures, this is for access only.The emergency services will be able to access from the Key Street side but there will be no through route to the A249., Got a question about the project? A 23-mile part of the coast-bound carriageway will be closed from 8pm on Sunday to 6am Monday between Gillingham and Faversham. The A2 London bound carriageway will be closed from Ebbsfleet to the M25. The tool includes an interactive map. 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The M2 is a motorway in Kent which runs through the Medway towns, Sittingbourne and Faversham. These sessions will then continue on the second Wednesday of the month. The accident took place between J3 and J4, between Chatham and Gillingham. Motorists are advised to expect delays and, where possible, use an alternative route. Weve made good progress on the slips, however due to the cold weather predicted this week, were unable to complete the last stages of the work putting down the final layer of surfacing, and line painting. These are detailed below: The A249southbound(towards Maidstone) between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing will befully closed overnight: The A249northbound(towards Sheppey) between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing will befully closed: During these closures, there will be intermittent lane closures on the A249southbound (towards Maidstone) between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout, with a lane remaining open. Starting on Wednesday 8 June, our Stakeholder & Communications Officer will be on hand at. The scheme will improvethe safety of the junction for allroad users The improvements will support economic growth as increasing capacity at the junction will support the future housing and employment growth in the area., Preferred Route Announcement (May 2018)Consultation Report (May 2018)Scheme Assessment Report (May 2018)Scheme Assessment Report - AppendicesConsultation BrochurePrint questionnaire. But highways bosses have now confirmed the closure - to enable bridge repair works on the motorway - has been put off, with a new date yet to be set. There would no longer be a need for a U-turn facility due to the provision of the link from South Green Lane to Oad Street and the Stockbury Roundabout. Weekend closures. The A249southbound(towards Maidstone) between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout will be fully closed from: During these closures, there will be intermittent lane closures on the A249northbound(towards Sheppey) between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout, with a lane remaining open. I have customers from Germany and Nigeria. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed. Reference copies of all of these documents are also available for inspection at Sittingbourne Library, Central Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4AH during their normal opening hours. The red dotted line shows the section of the road which has been closed. To manage traffic and access around the bridge local and regional diversion routes will be set up. The M2 will be fully open this weekend. Two new dedicated free-flowing slip roads would be created with a left turn for traffic travelling from the A249 southbound to the M2 westbound and a left turn from the A249 northbound to the M2 eastbound. Parts of the M3 will also be closed this weekend. This work is now complete.. One way well be doing this is by reducing the amount of water sprayed on working areas. The existing southbound deceleration lane would be lengthened to 110m, incorporating a 30m direct taper. To ensure the final surface is safe and will last, surfacing needs to be done when the temperatures are consistently a few degrees above zero. Cars stuck on the eastbound lanes are being turned back to J3. They include: Modelling SummaryPlanning Policy SummaryScheme Development SummaryTechnical Appraisal ReportArtist Impression - View from Church Lane towards M2Artist Impression - View from M2 eastbound slip roadArtist Impression - View from Honeycrock HillArtist Impression - View from Oad StreetArtist Impression - View towards M2One Page General Arrangement DrawingPreliminary Design - Combined Safety and Hazard Log, Environmental Assessment SummaryEnvironmental Study ReportEnvironmental Statement - Public NoticeEnvironmental Statement - Non-technical SummaryEnvironmental Statement - Volume 1 Main TextVolume 2 Appendix A Outline Environmental Management PlanVolume 2 Appendix B Air QualityVolume 2 Appendix C Noise and VibrationVolume 2 Appendix D BiodiversityVolume 2 Appendix D.1 Hazel Dormouse SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.2 Reptile SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.3 Breeding Birds SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.4 Great Crested Newt SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.5 Bat SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.6 Habitats Regulations Assessment ScreeningVolume 2 Appendix D.7 Hedgerow AssessmentVolume 2 Appendix D.8 Wintering Bird SurveyVolume 2 Appendix D.9 Badger SurveyVolume 2 Appendix E.1 Road Drainage and the Water EnvironmentVolume 2 Appendix E.2 Flood Risk AssessmentVolume 2 Appendix E.3 Water Framework DirectiveVolume 2 Appendix E.4 Drainage StrategyVolume 2 Appendix F Landscape and VisualVolume 2 Appendix G.1 Geology and SoilsVolume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 1Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 2Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 3Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 1Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 2Volume 2 Appendix H.2 Further Archaeological Evaluation ReportVolume 2 Appendix H.3 Cultural HeritageVolume 2 Appendix I Population and Human HealthVolume 2 Appendix J Assessment of Cumulative EffectsVolume 2 Appendix K ClimateVolume 2 Appendix L Major Accidents & DisastersVolume 2 Appendix M Arboricultural Impact AssessmentVolume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 1)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 2)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 5Volume 3 Figures Chapter 6Volume 3 Figures Chapter 7Volume 3 Figures Chapter 8Volume 3 Figures Chapter 9 (Part 1)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 9 (Part 2)Volume 3 Figures Chapter 10Volume 3 Figures Chapter 11Volume 3 Figures Chapter 15Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 1 Main TextEnvironmental Statement Addendum Volume 2 Appendices - Appendix D.6 Amended Habitat Regulations Assessment Stage 1 ScreeningEnvironmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 2Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 7Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 1Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 2Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 3Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 4Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 5Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 6Environmental Statement Addendum Annex 1 Volume 1 Main Text, Confirmed Side Roads Order Booklet (including Plans)Side Roads Order - Public NoticeCompulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule bookletCompulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 1 - 10 (scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 10 - 20 (scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 1, pages 21 - 22 and table 2 1-10(scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 2 and pages 20-31 (scan of original copy from DfT)Compulsory Purchase Order Plans bookletCompulsory Purchase Order - Public NoticeLine Order - Schedule and plans bookletLine Order - Public NoticeStatement of ReasonsPreliminary Design Drawings - notes and keysPreliminary Design Drawings 1Preliminary Design Drawings 2Preliminary Design Drawings 3Preliminary Design Drawings 4Preliminary Design Drawings 5Preliminary Design Drawings 6Project background and related documentsM2 Junction 5 Improvement - Stage 1 Road Safety Audit Feb 2019Detailed Modification MOD-1Detailed Modification MOD-2Detailed Modification MOD-3Detailed Modification MOD-4Detailed Modification MOD-5Detailed Modification MOD-6, Delivery plan 2015 to 2020Certificate of Compliance with Operations Technical Leadership Group (Ops TLG). install foundations, posts and walls below the surface, by either creating concrete columns or inserting metal sheets. The date of this notice is known as the Relevant Date and other key dates in the public inquiry process are measured from it. Westbound lanes were also closed earlier, but drivers report that traffic is now moving along these lanes. This dampening down with water helps to reduce dust. Well only be carrying out piling work during the day., Thank you to everyone for their patience during the recent weekend closure of the A249 to move utility services and pipes under the northbound carriageway. We published the Orders for the M2 junction 5/A249 Stockbury Roundabout improvements scheme under the Highways Act 1980 on 13 June 2019 with a representation period of six weeks that ended on 25 July 2019. We plan to reopen the slips on Friday 13 January 2023.. It provides an alternative route to the port of Dover, supplementing that of the M20 13:32, 17 MAR 2023 Live M20 and M2 traffic updates as strikers cancel ferries Kent News Bookmark Motorcyclist flown to hospital in serious Comments 08:44 Adam McGroarty WebThe M2 is in the southeastern part of England and links Kent to London and the rest of the UK. Lane three (of three) remains closed on the westbound side to assist with the accident. With ongoing improvements and maintenance plans to keep our sprawling road network safe and functional, keep an eye out for any M2 news to avoid traffic. It provides an alternative route to the port of Dover, supplementing that of the M20. Reason : Roadworks are planned. The M2 closure comes into force at 8p tonight and will lift on Monday morning The closure will last for 58 hours - wiping out all of Saturday and Sunday - and reopening at 6am on Monday. Schedule : From 20:00 on 29 March 2023 to 06:00 on 30 March 2023. With the M2 shut all weekend from Friday, motorists heading coastbound will need to head down the M20. Trapped traffic on the eastbound side is being now being released past the scene. It will be closed from Monday 13 March to Friday 17 March between 8pm and 5am each night. It provides an alternative route to the port of Dover, supplementing that of the M20 13:32, 17 MAR 2023 Live M20 and M2 traffic updates as strikers cancel ferries Kent News Bookmark Motorcyclist flown to hospital in serious Well be sharing more information about the final designs later this year. Youre also welcome to call us on 0300 123 5000 or email us at m2j5@nationalhighways.co.uk to speak to one of the team about the project. The map of the junction below shows how traffic will use the slip roads from Monday 30 January. The M2 is set for its second weekend closure of the summer from tonight (July 20). To join the northbound carriageway, turn left, go to M20 junction 7 and the return on the A249 northbound. Interested to see what it will look like when our work is finished? Traffic will be diverted south down the A249 to the M20 then on to the A20, A2E and back to the M2 at Junction 6 where the diversion ends. (MOD-1), The provision of a secondary field access to the parcel of land located north of the M2 viaduct and between Maidstone Road and the A249 following a request for further mitigation by the affected landowner (MOD-2), Amendment of Plot 1/8 for change of ownership (MOD-3), Amendment of Plot 1/14 for change of ownership (MOD-4), Amendment of Plot 1/21 for change of address (MOD-5). Closures for the current week are listed by start date, select a day from the row above the closures list to see the planned closures for that day. The dates, timings and locations of the events will be advertised here on our project website and through our social media channels. Location : The M2 eastbound between junctions J5 and J6 . Any queries regarding the programme of the Public Inquiry should be made directly to the Programme Officer, Yvonne Parker. The A249 southbound (towards Maidstone) between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing will be fully closed: 8pm Friday 10 March to 5am Monday 13 March; 8pm Friday 17 March to 5am Monday 20 March; 8pm Friday 24 March to 5am Monday 27 March; 8pm Friday 31 March to 5am Monday 3 April Reduced ferry services at the Port of Dover have caused lengthy queues of freight traffic, prompting the return of the contraflow. M2 police chase ends at Dartford Tunnel after cannabis factory discovered in Sittingbourne, Recap after crash and oil spill on M2 closes road near Maidstone causing five miles of congestion, There had been an oil spillage on the M2 westbound after crash, Live M2 traffic updates after car and lorry crash, The accident took place around junction 6, Live M20, M25 and M2 recap as drivers faced Christmas travel chaos, Millions of drivers hit the roads ahead of Christmas Day, The roadworks taking place on A249 and M2 over Christmas, Some of the closures are part of long-term projects, M2 traffic builds as emergency services rush to multi-vehicle crash near Rochester - as it happened, Police, ambulance and fire crews were all at the scene, A299 Thanet Way blocked by crash and medical emergency - live traffic updates, M2 crash causes Medway traffic chaos and delays - recap, Three miles of congestion were reported in the area, Rusty Goffe: The Kent actor who appeared in Star Wars, Willy Wonka, Harry Potter and Dr Who, Many are sure to recognise this famous face but you may not know of his ties to the Garden of England, Tributes pour in for 'lovely' flight stewardess tragically killed in M2 crash, Heidie Lee Locke was also a keen photographer, Van driver may have seen moments before woman was killed in M2 crash between Faversham and Sittingbourne, A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and drink driving, Woman killed in M2 crash between Faversham and Sittingbourne, The best easy access Kent walks that are perfect for winter, Getting out in the fresh air is just as important in Winter - but some routes make more sense than others, People with suspected diphtheria moved from Manston to hotels across country, The transport secretary said the infections present an "extremely low risk" to the wider public, Pictures show extent of emergency response to serious M2 crash, One person has sustained serious injuries. Schedule : From 20:00 on 29 March 2023 to 06:00 on 30 March 2023. Closures over 12 hours or more are highlighted in blue on the downloadable 'roadwork status' attachment. (External link - Opens in a new tab or window), 'Highways Act 1980 Orders' and 'M2 junction 5 - Deposit Documents', Secretary of State Decision Letter June 2021, Secretary of State Decision Letter June 2021 Annex, Inspectors Report into the Public Inquiry, Confirmed Side Roads Order Booklet (including Plans) (confirmed in 2021), Combined Notice of Confirmation of Side Roads Order and Making of Section 10 Line Order (confirmed in 2021), Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 1 - 10, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet pages 10 - 20, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 1, pages 21 - 22 and table 2 1-10, Compulsory Purchase Order Order and Schedule booklet - table 2 and pages 20-31, Compulsory Purchase Order - Public Notice, Made Section 10 Line Order Booklet (including Plans) (confirmed in 2021), Environmental Statement - Non-technical Summary, Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 1 Main Text, Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 2 Appendices - Appendix D.6 Amended Habitat, nvironmental Statement Addendum Annex 1 Volume 1 Main Text, Artist Impression - View from Church Lane towards M2, Artist Impression - View from M2 eastbound slip road, Artist Impression - View from Honeycrock Hill, Preliminary Design - Combined Safety and Hazard Log, Environmental Statement - Volume 1 Main Text, Volume 2 Appendix A Outline Environmental Management Plan, Volume 2 Appendix D.1 Hazel Dormouse Survey, Volume 2 Appendix D.3 Breeding Birds Survey, Volume 2 Appendix D.4 Great Crested Newt Survey, Volume 2 Appendix D.6 Habitats Regulations Assessment Screening, Volume 2 Appendix D.7 Hedgerow Assessment, Volume 2 Appendix D.8 Wintering Bird Survey, Volume 2 Appendix E.1 Road Drainage and the Water Environment, Volume 2 Appendix E.2 Flood Risk Assessment, Volume 2 Appendix E.3 Water Framework Directive, Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 1, Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 2, Volume 2 Appendix G.2 Geology and Soils Envirocheck Report Part 3, Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 1, Volume 2 Appendix H.1 Archaeological Evaluation Report Part 2, Volume 2 Appendix H.2 Further Archaeological Evaluation Report, Volume 2 Appendix I Population and Human Health, Volume 2 Appendix J Assessment of Cumulative Effects, Volume 2 Appendix L Major Accidents & Disasters, Volume 2 Appendix M Arboricultural Impact Assessment, Volume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 1), Volume 3 Figures Chapter 1 and 2 (Part 2), Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 2 Appendices - Appendix D.6 Amended Habitat Regulations Assessment Stage 1 Screening, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 2, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 7, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 1, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 2, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 3, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 4, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 5, Environmental Statement Addendum - Volume 3 Figures - Chapter 9 Part 6, Environmental Statement Addendum Annex 1 Volume 1 Main Text, Confirmed Side Roads Order Booklet (including Plans), Compulsory Purchase Order Plans booklet, Preliminary Design Drawings - notes and keys, M2 Junction 5 Improvement - Stage 1 Road Safety Audit Feb 2019, Certificate of Compliance with Operations Technical Leadership Group (Ops TLG), 8pm Tuesday 4 April to 5am Wednesday 5 April, 8pm Wednesday 5 April to 5am Thursday 6 April, 8pm Wednesday 12 April to 5am Thursday 13 April, 8pm Thursday 13 April to 5am Friday 14 April, 8pm Friday 31 March to 5am Monday 3 April, 8pm Friday 10 March to 5am Monday 13 March, 8pm Friday 17 March to 5am Monday 20 March, 8pm Friday 24 March to 5am Monday 27 March, 8pm Wednesday 8 March to 5am Thursday 9 March, 8pm Monday 13 March to 5am Wednesday 15 March, 8pm Monday 27 March to 5am Friday 31 March , the installation of drainage pipes, gullies and chambers, which will manage surface water and prevent flooding, preparing the ground and laying the foundations for a new safety barrier, installation of safety barriers within the central reservation, clearance and preparation work for the base of the new Stockbury flyover north bridge, 8pm Friday 24 February to 5am Monday 27 February, Fully closed at night between the Stockbury roundabout and Maidstone on Thursday 16, Friday 17, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February (9pm to 5am each night), Lane closures will also be in place on the same stretch daytime on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 February (5am to 9pm), Lane closures will also be in place between Bobbing and the Stockbury roundabout overnight on Friday 17 (8pm to 5am) and again overnight on Saturday 18 February (8pm to 5am), Fully closed daytime between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February (both 5am to 9pm), Lane closures will also be in place between the Stockbury roundabout and Bobbing on the nights of Friday 17, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February (all 8pm to 5am), 8pm Friday 20 January to 5am Monday 23 January, 8pm Friday 27 January to 5am Monday 30 January, 8pm Friday 10 February to 5am Monday 13 February, 8pm Friday 17 February to 5am Monday 20 February, 8pm Friday 3 February to 5am Saturday 4 February, 5am Saturday 4 February to 5am Monday 6 February, The diversion of water pipes, electricity and phone lines, Preliminary Design Drawings (available in the 'Highways Act 1980 Orders' section below), Environmental Statement - Volume 2 Appendices (available in the 'Environmental 2019' section below), Environmental Statement - Volume 3 Figures (available in the 'Environmental 2019' section below), Environmental Statement Addendum Volume 3 Figures (please view addendum documents for Volume 3 in the'Environmental 2019'section below), A new field access at Whipstakes Farm is proposed to replace the one being stopped up under the Published Scheme. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. This closure is in addition to the ongoing weekend closures that we've got in place, which are detailed below.. Highways England will close the Londonbound carriageway between junction 7 for the Brenley Corner to junction 5 for Sittingbourne for resurfacing works. The Londonbound carriageway was also closed but had reopened by 2.15pm. Keep up to date with what's happening on this scheme by signing up to our updates. There will be no through access to the A249 from Oad Street or Pett Lane., The businesses on Oad Street, such as the caf and the butchers, will remain open as usual, and can be accessed via the diversions above., If you're joining the A249 to go south (towards Maidstone) from the A2, please join at the Key Street roundabout., For businesses and residents within the closure itself who need direct access off Oad Street, please make your way to the closure point where access will be provided., For safety, were unable to allow anyone through our working area during the closures, this is for access only.The emergency services will be able to access from the Key Street side but there will be no through route to the A249., Got a question about the project? A 23-mile part of the coast-bound carriageway will be closed from 8pm on Sunday to 6am Monday between Gillingham and Faversham. The A2 London bound carriageway will be closed from Ebbsfleet to the M25. The tool includes an interactive map. 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