Representation by Essex Police (Essex Police)
- Date submitted
- 2 November 2022
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
Essex Police consider the A12 Chelmsford to A120 Widening Scheme is likely to have a significant impact on its operations, service capacity and resources (staff, vehicle fleet & estate assets) requiring appropriate mitigation and management measures to be identified and secured either via requirements of the Development Consent Order (DCO) or a planning obligation to address the likely impacts arising from the scheme. Such measures are likely to incorporate: Developer funding to support the policing provision to increase capacity, response capability and project preparations for resourcing, vehicle fleet and estate assets. Developer support for Essex Police for the duration of the construction period to ensure effective engagement with the Developer and blue light partners, supporting the creation of emergency procedures, community liaison and membership at appropriate working groups. Establishing appropriate Terms of Reference, Membership and a Communications Strategy for a Transport, Community Safety, Health & Wellbeing Working Group – to include Essex Police as an emergency service provider, along with its health and blue light partners such East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST), Essex Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) and the local Integrated Care System (ICS). A written submission (Relevant Representation) to follow under separate cover.