Demonstrations and parades
Sometimes, in special circumstances, roads are
closed to allow sporting events or parades to take place.
When special events require the road to be
closed off to the general traffic a temporary road closure will be
required which can only be granted with the written agreement of
the police.
Such closures require a traffic regulation
order. All cost involved for both the closure and diversion signing
will have to be borne by the event organiser. At least six weeks
notice is required and for some events up to three months will be
needed in order to organise them properly.
Usually roads which are closed for sporting
events can only be closed once a year without the consent of The
Secretary of State.
Demonstrations can not be dealt with by the
council and for these events the police must be contacted so that
they can make the appropriate arrangements.
How to contact us
Email: roadsandhighways@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Tel: 0207 364 6658
Fax: 0207 364 6753