Plymouth City Council has announced several temporary road closures and restrictions to facilitate essential infrastructure works across the city. These measures, enacted under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, will impact various locations starting in early August 2025. Below is a summary of the affected areas and the nature of the works. #### Claremont Street and Oxford Place From August 4, 2025, Claremont Street between Eton Lane and Oxford Place, and Oxford Place between Claremont Street and Western Approach will be closed to vehicular traffic. Parking, waiting, loading, and unloading will also be prohibited. This closure is to allow for gas mains works expected to last until August 31, 2025. For more details, contact Wales & West Utilities at 0800 9122 999. [Original Notice](https://publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/traffic-and-roads/687df5472b037ab9c849e318) #### Cathcart Avenue, Grenville Road, and Brentor Road Starting August 4, 2025, Cathcart Avenue between Brentor Road and Grenville Road will be closed to traffic. Additionally, parking restrictions will apply on Grenville Road and Brentor Road near Cathcart Avenue. These measures are in place for construction works anticipated to continue until March 26, 2026. For further information, contact South West Highways at 01752 278278. [Original Notice](https://publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/traffic-and-roads/687df44e2b037ab9c849ddfd) #### Pemros Road Bus Gate The bus gate on Pemros Road between Normandy Hill and Tamar Bridge Visitor Centre will be suspended during specific periods: August 2-4, August 16-18, and August 30-September 1, from 8pm to 6am. This is to facilitate Saltash Tunnel upgrade works. For more information, contact National Highways at 07511 210771. [Original Notice](https://publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/traffic-and-roads/687df3432b037ab9c849d026) #### Mayflower Street The taxi rank on Mayflower Street between numbers 91 and 101 will be suspended from August 9, 2025. This is part of the Royal Parade bus improvement scheme expected to last until April 8, 2026. For inquiries, contact Plymouth City Council at 01752 668000. [Original Notice](https://publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/traffic-and-roads/687df25827d8d0010111a3dc) #### Church Road Church Road between Stentaway Road and number 47 will be closed to traffic from August 4-5, 2025 for pipe maintenance works. For further details, contact South West Water at 0344 346 2020. [Original Notice](https://publicnoticeportal.uk/notice/traffic-and-roads/687def7f27d8d00101118bee) ### Impact of these closures These temporary road closures are essential for maintaining and upgrading Plymouth's infrastructure but may cause inconvenience due to restricted access and potential traffic delays. Residents and commuters are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and consider alternative routes where possible. ### Anticipated questions **How can residents get more information about these closures?** Residents can refer to the original notices linked above or contact the respective organisations provided in each notice for detailed information. **What should residents do if they have concerns about these closures?** Residents with concerns are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities using the contact details provided in each notice. **Are there any exceptions or special provisions during these closures?** The notices specify that restrictions will be enforced as indicated by traffic signs displayed on-site during the closure periods. These developments are crucial for enhancing Plymouth's infrastructure while ensuring public safety during construction activities.