Road used by 16,000 vehicles everyday to be closed for a week

A full road closure will in place on Park Road, immediately west of its junction with Capitan Lees Road from 8am on Saturday, May 24 to Friday, May 30.

Due to the location of the sewer pipe the closure is unavoidable.

Transport bosses say that 16,000 vehicles use this stretch of road every day, and that they are doing everything they can to keep motorists moving in the area during these essential works.

During the works, a signed diversion route will be in place.

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Between the junction of Park Road/Mill Street and the Chequerbent Roundabout, road users are advised to divert via Mill Street, Bolton Road and A6 Manchester Road in both directions.

A spokesman for the Bee Network said: “To keep disruption to a minimum, other works planned in the area and along the diversion route have been rescheduled.

“In addition, the works have been timed to fall during the half-term holidays for schools, with a small reduction in traffic expected.

“For motorists on the M61, messages will be displayed on VMS signage, advising of the works and possible disruption.

“If you’re driving nearby, consider leaving more time for your journey.”

The 521 and 559 bus services will operate on diversion during the closure.

Diversion details for the services are yet to be confirmed.

Congestion is likely on adjacent roads including Mill Street, Bolton Road and A6 Manchester Road.

As a result, bus users may experience delays in the area and motorists are being warned to allow more time for their journeys.

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Source – INDIA TV