Public path order newspaper notices
Public path creation, diversion, and extinguishment orders must be advertised in a local newspaper circulating in the area. Enter the postcode of the affected area to see your matched newspaper and price.
Get your public path notice price
See your matched newspaper and estimated price without an account. Create a free account to place the notice.
The legal requirement
Under the Highways Act 1980 (Sections 26, 118, and 119) and the Public Path Orders Regulations 1993 (SI 1993/11), an authority making a public path order must publish notice in at least one local newspaper circulating in the area where the path is situated.
This requirement applies to creation orders (new paths), diversion orders (altering the route of existing paths), and extinguishment orders (removing paths from the definitive map).
The notice must describe the effect of the order, state where the order and map can be inspected, and specify the period within which objections may be made.
Key points
- Required for path creation, diversion, and extinguishment orders
- Must be published in a newspaper circulating in the area where the path is situated
- Notice required both before and after confirmation of the order — each publication in at least one local newspaper circulating in the area per Highways Act 1980 Schedule 6
- Publication certificate provides evidence of compliance
What you receive
Everything you need to demonstrate compliance, delivered to your portal.
Proof PDF
A typeset proof of your notice for approval before publication.
Publication certificate
Confirming publication date, newspaper name, and notice content.
VAT invoice
Available in your portal immediately after payment.
Pricing
Price depends on notice size and your local newspaper's rate. Enter your postcode for an estimate.
All orders include a £35 platform fee
Frequently asked questions
Ready to place your public path order notice?
Enter the postcode of the affected area to see your newspaper and price. Create an account to place the notice.