Week 7 Update

Updated 28/03/2025

WSCC appreciate your patience and cooperation as work progresses on the Manor Royal project. The bus lane to the southern side of Manor Royal has been suspended to facilitate construction activities which are currently carried out with traffic management in place to utilise the northern lane as a running lane for the machinery and providing a safety zone.

Week 7 Summary

The Gas main diversion has been completed successfully and works have been progressing with the widening for the new bus lane. Works have included,

  • Removal of the old gas main.
  • Accommodation works for other utility providers.
  • Preparing the formation in readiness for the construction build up.
Gas main route diversion at Manor Royal, CrawleyGas main route diversion at Manor Royal, Crawley

Look Ahead – Week 8 (Section 3)

  • Traffic Management Implementation: A designated running lane will remain in place to allow construction plant and dumpers to operate within the working area, reducing the need for vehicular movements on verges. Bus lane suspension of the bus lane up to Faraday road to simplify traffic flow.
  • Bus Lane Excavation: Earthworks and drainage will continue for the new bus lane within Section 3.
  • Bus lane Construction: Type1 to be installed and preparing for the new kerb lines.
  • Pedestrian Access: The pedestrian crossing within Section 3 will remain closed however, alternative crossing points to the East and West will remain fully operational.

We remain committed to ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining safety standards throughout the duration of the project. Thank you for your continued support.

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