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Discarded cones and signs

Reported via mobile in the Flytipping (NH) category anonymously at 01:58, Fri 15 November 2024

Sent to National Highways less than a minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 6746223.

Hello, I wish to report about the discarded cones and signs which have been left on the side of the motorway for months/years. It is especially bad on the slip road junction 10 (m20), a large number of cones have dumped there for so long vegetation is growing through the middle of them! Please can all cones/highway be picked up. Could you also please explain why this stuff is just left there in the first place? Many thanks

Updates

  • Thank you for contacting National Highways regarding the redundant traffic management equipment.

    We understand how frustrating it can be to see cones and other traffic management equipment left on the roadside, particularly when it appears unnecessary. Please be assured that we take all customer feedback seriously, and I have shared your comments with our relevant team for review.

    In terms of clearing redundant equipment, we do make every effort to remove it as part of our regular maintenance programme, but there are occasions when traffic management may remain in place for longer than we would like. In some instances, items are left temporarily for safety reasons or for future use in upcoming works.

    We recognise that the presence of unused equipment can be an inconvenience, and we are committed to addressing this ongoing challenge across our network. While clearing equipment can be costly and may require planned road closures, we try to minimise disruption by combining clearance activities with other scheduled maintenance, wherever possible. However, this approach can sometimes result in a longer wait before the equipment is removed.

    We appreciate your understanding as we work to improve our network and reduce any impact on road users. Please know that your feedback helps us continue to improve our processes.

    Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.

    Kind Regards

    National Highways

    State changed to: Closed

    Posted by National Highways at 10:40, Mon 18 November 2024

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