Paragraph 18 Temporary cantilever footpath and cyclewayI1

Subject to paragraph (2), Network Rail must not stop up the footpath and cycleway on the north bank of the River Gipping until the temporary structure referred to in paragraph (j) of Part 1 of this Schedule (“the temporary structure”) is available for use by the public.

Network Rail is not obliged to comply with paragraph (1) in circumstances where it considers that for reasons of health and safety compliance is not practically possible.

Before submitting plans of the temporary structure to the Environment Agency in accordance with Part 3 of Schedule 7 (protective provisions), Network Rail must consult the highway authority.