A WEST Dorset village road has been closed due to a collapsed highway. 

Carters Lane in Morcombelake has been shut by authorities for health and safety reasons. 

All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along the lane in its entirety, a distance of approximately 1,120 metres.

The order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users.

The road closure order will come into operation on November 11.

A locally signed diversion route will be put in place to enable traffic to travel around the closed sections.

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Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.

For more information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, call Dorset Highways on 01305 228100, and concerning this Order please call 01305 22 1020.

Find this information online at dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/roadworksevents