22BTraffic regulation on long distance routes

1

This section applies where the Secretary of State thinks that, because of the use of a long distance route by vehicular traffic, members of the public cannot safely and conveniently—

a

enjoy the amenities of any part of the route or of the area through which the route runs;

b

take advantage of opportunities for recreation in any part of that area;

c

study nature in any part of that area.

2

The Secretary of State may make an order preventing the use of the route or a specified part of the route—

a

by vehicular traffic, or

b

by vehicular traffic of a specified kind.

3

An order under this section may have effect only in relation to a long distance route which is, or in so far as it is, in England.

4

An order under this section shall be treated for all purposes as if it were a traffic regulation order made by the Secretary of State in relation to a road for which he is the traffic authority (and, in particular, any provision of this Act about the making or effect of such an order shall apply).