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Permanent Traffic Order (TRO)

A Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) is a legal document that lets us regulate use of the highway.

TROs apply to the regulation of speed, weight, movement and parking of vehicles, as well as regulating pedestrian movement and cycling. 

Creating a TRO is a lengthy and costly legal process, which means they can often take between 6 and 12 months to deliver. Complex TROs can take longer. 

If we need to change or remove a TRO, we must follow the same procedure we used to create the TRO.

Consultation

For any proposed TRO, consultation must be undertaken. This will require obtaining the views of the Emergency Services, Public Transport and a Local Authority.

Where a proposal involves highway modification or a significant impact to road users local interest groups such as residents, traders and community groups, who are likely to be affected by the proposals, may also be consulted where appropriate. The proposal may then be amended following consultation.

Please use button link below for current open consultations.

Traffweb assistance

  • To use TRAFFWEB enter the website or click the link above

  • Depending on your device, Click, Touch or Tap to select Public Consultation and agree the policy page then the map should open

  • The left hand side of the screen will show the current open consultations (there may be several but could be grouped into restriction type - for example speed limit, reserved parking space). Select the consultation that you are concerned with and wish to comment on

  • There may be an option for a General comment, or: From there, zoom in if required then click or select the area or road on the Map where the restriction is. A box should appear offering a chance to comment (2nd option)

  • Select that and an input page for a comment and details will appear

  • Fill out and a click finish at the end

  • Repeat for multiple roads if required

Advertisement

The TRO advertisement currently includes a notice in the local newspaper and a Deposit Document that can be viewed at the offices of the Local Authority for up to two weeks from the start of the proposal advertisement.

Representations

Representations to the proposals must be made in writing, with grounds or reasons for objecting, supporting or otherwise, to the address specified in the notice during a minimum 14 day notice period.

When considering the representations, Officers must make recommendations to:

(a) Allow the scheme to proceed as advertised

(b) Modify the scheme or

(c) Not progress it

These recommendations are then considered by the Department for a final decision.

Making the TRO

The TRO can then be formally made providing all standing representations have been considered. Significant modifications to the proposals resulting from representations could require extended consultation. This procedure can take several additional months to complete.

Notice of TRO having been made

The TRO will be advertised in the local newspaper again that the Order has been made. The Order will then become enforceable from the date specified in the advertisement.

Temporary Traffic Regulation Notices

See Apply for a temporary traffic restriction for details of how to apply for short-term restrictions that may be necessary to facilitate work or events.

Data Protection & Privacy Notice

The Isle of Man Government Department of Infrastructure (Highway Regulations Team) are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws. This privacy notice explains how we collect, use, and share your personal data when you interact with us, particularly in relation to Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).

Data we collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Name, address, email address, and phone number
  • Representation Details: Information provided in objections or representations regarding proposed TROs

How we use your data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Consultation Process: To review and respond to objections or representations regarding proposed TROs
  • Communication: To provide updates on the status of TRO proposals and respond to inquiries
  • Decision Making: To inform decision-making processes related to TROs

Legal basis for processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you provide your data voluntarily for the consultation process
  • Legitimate Interests: To ensure effective management of TRO proposals and community engagement

Data sharing

We may share your personal data with:

  • Internal Departments: Relevant departments within Isle of Man Government for the purpose of reviewing TRO proposals
  • Third Parties: External consultants or legal advisors involved in the TRO process, ensuring they comply with data protection laws

Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • Encryption: Secure storage and transmission of data.
  • Access Controls: Restricting access to personal data to authorized personnel only.

Your rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request access to your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances
  • Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data

How to contact us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy notice or your personal data, please contact us at:

  • Email: Enquiries@Highways.gov.im
  • Phone: +44 1624 850000
  • Address: Head Office, Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2RF

Changes to this privacy notice

We may update this privacy notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we will notify you of significant changes.

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