In response to the escalating freight volumes, the Dover Traffic Access Protocol (TAP) scheme has been implemented on the A20 at Aycliffe. This strategic move is aimed at streamlining the heavy freight traffic towards the Port of Dover, reducing the impact on the local road network and the central Dover town area.
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The TAP scheme, a collaborative effort between the local authorities and port management, is designed to manage the flow of port-bound heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). This will be achieved by holding freight traffic on the A20 and releasing it in manageable segments to prevent congestion.