Code of practice for the co-ordination of street and road works. 6th edition

Department for Transport, 2025
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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Abstract

Sets out the legislative framework for street works by undertakers and works for road purposes, providing practical guidance. Balances the rights of highway authorities with road users to minimise disruption and enable works to be carried out safely and efficiently. Reflects changes made to the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA) by the Traffic Management Act 2004 with regard to permit schemes and the necessary works required to implement them effectively.

History

Supersedes: 5th edition, published April 2023. Last updated: 17 December 2025 - Changes to fixed penalty notice rates and when overrun charges apply. Comes into force: 5 January 2026. Document type: statutory guidance. First published: 19 August 2009. Applicable in: England only.

Subjects

  • Roads
  • Streetworks/road maintenance
  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Transport facilities

Publisher History

The Department for Transport is a UK Government department that provides leadership across the transport sector to achieve its objectives, working with regional, local and private sector partners to deliver many of the services. These activities were formerly carried out by the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions.

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