The Traffic Management Act 2004 establishes a comprehensive framework for managing road networks, traffic flows, street works, and civil enforcement of traffic contraventions in England and Wales. It empowers national and local authorities to designate traffic officers, regulate street works, and enforce penalties for road traffic contraventions. The Act’s central aim is to reduce congestion, ensure the expeditious movement of traffic, and improve safety and efficiency across road networks.
The Act was enacted to address the increasing challenges of traffic congestion and disruption. It introduces legal duties for local authorities to manage their road networks, provides powers for traffic officers, and implements civil enforcement measures for parking, bus lanes, and moving traffic contraventions. It also updates penalties for street works offences and provides for permit schemes to better coordinate works in highways.
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