Article 5 Opening of bridge

Subject to paragraph (2) below, the Council shall cause the bridge to be opened at such times and for such periods for the purpose of enabling the passage of vessels to or from Torquay Inner Harbour on receiving from the master not less than one hours' prior notice between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. or two hours' prior notice at all other times notwithstanding that the use by pedestrians of the bridge may be prevented, delayed or interfered with by reason or in consequence thereof:

In cases of emergency the Council shall use their best endeavours to open the bridge when requested by the master to do so in accordance with paragraph (1) above, at shorter notice than the applicable period specified above.