Explanatory note

This Order brings into force on 4th October 2004, as respects England, the following provisions of the Traffic Management Act 2004.

Part 1 (except part of section 13), which relates to traffic officers.

Section 40 and Schedule 1 (except part of section 40(3)), which relate to increases in penalties for summary offences under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991. Article 3 provides that the increase in penalties shall not apply in relation to offences committed before 4th October 2004.

Sections 60 to 63, which provide for the designation of strategic roads in London and related matters.

Section 95, which relates to the application of surplus income from parking places.

Section 97 (Financial provision).

Section 98 and Part 2 of Schedule 12, which give effect to repeals consequential upon the coming into force of these provisions.