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Winter service policy

We’ll keep highways clear of snow and ice to ensure safe travel and access to services.

To comply we will do the following: -

  • Respond to changes to legislation.       

  • Follow winter maintenance guidelines from the Code of Practice and NWSRG

  • Annual Review of the Winter Service Plan including stakeholder consultation.

  • Salt designated roads and footways as per the Winter Service Plan

  • Respond to public calls based on the Winter Service Plan priorities.

  • Respond to public calls based on Winter Service Plan priorities

  • Follow contingency measures with 24-hour staffing and public contact during emergencies

  • Partner with other agencies to improve communication and reduce public risk.

  • Use methods aimed at ensuring effectiveness and safety whilst minimising the environmental impact.

  • Show gritting routes in Civic Centres and online.

  • Annual review of the use and provision of salt bins.