Friday, 27 November 2020

Revealed: Reasons Lower Thames Crossing plans were pulled - New Civil Engineer

Revealed: Reasons Lower Thames Crossing plans were pulled - New Civil Engineer

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In total, the Planning Inspectorate has asked for more information on six areas of the development consent order (DCO) application for the £6.4bn-£8.2bn Lower Thames Crossing project.

They are:

  • Managing construction traffic; more information needed
  • Navigational Impact Assessment; specifically use of a jetty on the River Thames near to the Tilbury docks
  • Site Waste Management Plan; creation of a formal plan
  • Habitats Regulation Assessment; more information needed
  • Landscape and ecology management; specifically details of long-term management of the project
  • Consultation; respond to concerns raised by Thurrock Council and Gravesham Borough Council on approach to consultation

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... The main works contractor will be responsible for boring the two 4.2km long tunnels beneath the River Thames; construction of portal buildings and approach roads; and fit out of the tunnel systems, such as ventilation and lighting. ...

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