Code of Practice for the Co-ordination of Works in Roads
Road works are required in order to ensure that the road network is well maintained and the essential utility services that we all use daily such as water, drainage, electricity, gas and telecommunications continue to operate.
The Code of Practice for the Co-ordination of Works in Roads 2026 is intended to help road works authorities carry out their duty to co-ordinate works in the road and covers a range of topics.
Contents
- Foreword
- Introduction
- Co-ordination and Co-operation in Action
- The Scottish Road Works Register
- Roads Subject to Special Controls
- Works Categories and Notice Requirements
- Restrictions Following Substantial Works for Road Purposes
- Procedure for Embargoes on Road Works
- Timing and Location Directions
- The Completion of Works within Reasonable Periods
- Section 109 Road Works Involving Other Undertakers
- Related Matters
- Training
- Appendix A - Glossary
- Appendix B - Terms of Reference for RAUC(S), Area RAUCs and Local Co-ordination Meetings
- Frequency of Meetings
- Appendix C - Works At or Near Level Crossings
- Appendix D - Flowcharts
- Appendix E - Early and Late Start Consent and Works Extension Procedures
- Appendix F - Alternative Transfer of Notices
- Appendix G - Legal Provision for Notices