Update Major Upgrades to Saltash Tunnel and Tamar Bridge Begin November 2024

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Essential upgrade works on the Saltash Tunnel and surrounding A38 routes will start in late November 2024, aiming to improve safety and reliability. The project, led by National Highways, will modernize the tunnel’s control systems, lighting, and ventilation.

The work will be done in phases, starting with weeknight closures of the tunnel. In early 2025, speed restrictions and narrow lanes will be introduced westbound on the A38, followed by one-lane traffic in each direction through the tunnel during control system upgrades in mid-2025.

The Tamar Bridge will remain open with adjusted lane usage, including one lane for A38 traffic in each direction and a dedicated lane for Saltash Town.

National Highways is working with local stakeholders to minimize disruption during this critical project, expected to improve travel conditions for the region. Looe Town Council planning committee are in communication.

All inquiries should be directed to National Highways, with the Tamar Bridge managed separately by local councils. For more information visit: A38 Saltash Tunnel technology upgrade – National Highways

 

 

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Notice: Seafront Toilets Closed

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Please be advised that the Seafront toilets are temporarily closed today due to vandalism. We are working hard to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, public toilets are available at the following locations:

  • Millpool
  • West Looe
  • Hannafore
  • Guildhall
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Cllr Chris Harwood Hosts Veteran Coffee Morning.

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This past Tuesday, Cllr Chris Harwood organized a Veterans Coffee Morning at the Looe Library and Community Hub, providing a relaxed setting for local veterans to gather, share stories, and enjoy one another’s company. The event, was well attended by local veterans including one of Looe’s past town criers!

With the success of the Veterans Coffee Morning, Councillor Harwood and the Looe Library and Community Hub are planning to host more similar gatherings in the future, continuing their commitment to honoring and supporting the town’s veteran community. If you are interested in keeping up to date, keep an eye on our Town Council News page and Facebook feed.

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Flood alert for South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head

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Flooding is possible over the evening high tides on Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th and Friday 20th September. High water at Plymouth on Wednesday evening is at 17:56, times of high water will vary along the coast.

These are the biggest tides of the year, peaking on Thursday evening. Sea conditions are expected to be calm due to high pressure, however still water conditions may still cause flooding to low lying roads and quaysides.

Locations particularly at risk include low lying areas including Fore Street, Town Quay, Albert Quay and Caffa Mill Car park at Fowey, Quay Street and Recreation ground at Lostwithiel, Polperro Harbour, Quay Road and The Quay at Looe and the B3247 at Seaton

Do not walk or drive through flood water or waves.

The situation is being monitored and will update this information if the situation changes.

Detailed tidal information; The forecast high tide level at Plymouth on Wednesday 18th September is 2.73 mAOD. Expect tide levels along to coast to be up to 0.02 metres above tide table level.

Flood alert area: Gribbin Head to Rame Head including Fowey, Golant, Lostwithiel, Lerryn, Polruan, Polperro, Looe and the Looe Rivers and Seaton.

Find a river, sea, groundwater or rainfall level in this area

Get flood warnings by phone, text or email

Contact Floodline for advice

Veterans Coffee Morning

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Calling all veterans!

You are invited to a free event here at the Library and Community Hub tomorrow 10am until 12, where you will enjoy a warm welcome with some refreshments.

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Certificate of Appreciation for the Residents of Looe!

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Residents of Looe have been presented with a certificate of appreciation following a trip to Ukraine taken by local volunteers including members of the Lions Club of Looe.The group delivered an ambulance to Dobroslav and two other vehicles to Odesa, Ukraine. All three vehicles were full of medical aid and clothing supplies. This was graciously received by those in need, many of whom have been made homeless by the war.

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Certificate awarded to the municipality and residents of Looe.

Andy French, a member of the Lions Club in Looe attended the 10-day, 2,200-mile trip:

Andy has said: ‘The volunteers heard heartbreaking stories and saw sights that showed the plight of many in Ukraine. They are proud people but so very grateful for the aid; to know that people far away are thinking of them, and they are not forgotten. Of course, none of this would have been possible without the support of local business in Looe and surrounding areas as well as the support and sponsorship of the ambulance and donations of money, clothes and supplies.

 

If you would like to learn more about the trip Andy has been recently interviewed by the Cornish Times, an article that can be found via: Looe volunteers and Lions Club take ambulance and aid to Ukraine | cornish-times.co.uk

To support the cause and donate to the next trip aiming to commence Oct-Nov you can visit aid2ukraine.org and select the ‘how to help’ menu.

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Knit & Natter wish Margaret a Happy 90th Birthday!

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Every Tuesday Knit & Natter meet at our Looe Library and Community Hub. Today was particularly special as local resident Margaret celebrated her 90th birthday.

Looe Town Council would like to wish Margaret a very Happy Birthday and sincerely hope that she had a lovely afternoon.

If you would like to join Knit and Natter you can head to Looe Library and Community Hub every Tuesday 2-4pm!

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We welcome Deputy Clerk , Sharon to Looe Town Council Team.

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Last  week we welcomed Sharon Payne to the Looe Town Council Team! Sharon will be fulfilling the role of Deputy Clerk working closely with or our Town Clerk Lynda Powell.

A little bit about Sharon:

“I moved to Looe in 2020 from my small country pub in Devon.  Some of you may recognize me from the Coop in the centre of town – where I enjoyed nearly 4 years getting to know the local groups and becoming a part of a thriving and caring community.

I love the outdoors and spending time on the coast.  When the weather isn’t so good, I like to read, cook, or head to the gym for a game of competitive ping pong and a stint on the rowing machine (helps offset all those lovely pasties!)”

  

We are very grateful to have Sharon on board and we are excited to see what the future will bring!

Works

Extensive programme set to commence on Saltash Tunnel.

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Autumn 2024 sees the start of an extensive programme of work to update the technology in and around the Saltash tunnel to keep journeys safe and reliable and reduce the risk of unplanned closures.

National Highways predict the programme is set to commence late Autumn 2024 and will benefit road users for many years to come.

You can stay up to date via the following channels:

X (formally Twitter): @HighwaysSWest

Facebook: HighwaysSWest

Cllr Jim Candy provides an update on North Road Disruption.

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Residents have been asking for an update on North Road, West Looe. Cornwall Councillor Jim Candy (Looe West, Pelynt, Lansallos & Lanteglos) has been in contact with Cornwall Highways who are responsible for this work.

Cllr Jim Candy has provided an update: “The delays to this project have been caused as Cormac are reliant on specialist companies who can design and build this scaffolding from the top down. As soon as the scaffolding is in place the piling will be carried out, and the rest of the repairs can be swiftly carried out. Cormac have teams on standby to carry out the work, however it is necessary to create a safe working environment for all involved. I am chasing these repairs on a regular basis, and Cormac officers have reassured me that they are chasing the scaffolding contractors.”

Residents with questions about this issue can contact Cllr Jim Candy at: Cllr.Jim.Candy@cornwall.gov.uk