Furlongs will close from its junction with The Knowle for about 55 metres in a south-easterly direction for duct laying works. The closure will begin on August 24 and remain in place for 19 days. For more public notices, visit www.publicnoticeportal.ukPublic Notice Portal is the simplest way to find out about new notices in your neighbourhood, created by some of the country’s biggest and most trusted local newspapers, in conjunction with Google. Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAGcG0SeAjTUmkn8Ycgh5HRQCDtAesxdyr-A6AWGG4W8gh8Q/viewform?embedded=trueEssex County Council has confirmed the closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce. An alternative route will be available via Furlongs, Mapleford Sweep, Collingwood Road, Furlongs and vice versa.