New start date for B2149 highway works confirmed as two-way traffic lights to be set up for nine weeks

Temporary two-way traffic lights will be in place on the B2149 between Horndean and Rowlands Castle for approximately nine weeks from Wednesday, August 17.

This is to enable a new junction to be constructed as part of the Havant Thicket Reservoir project.

The route will be used by construction vehicles while the reservoir is being built and will also become the main access point for visitors from outside the local area to Havant Thicket Reservoir once the reservoir is completed in 2029.

Ruari Maybank, project director, said: ‘We are very grateful for people’s patience and understanding as these improvements to the B2149 progress and we sincerely apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused by the works.

‘We are continuing to work closely with all our stakeholders to minimise disruption as the Havant Thicket Reservoir project moves forward and are taking local views into account.’