Contractors are to start work on a £305,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme in Lurgan.

The work on Gilford Road will commence on 02 August and is expected to be completed by 13 August.

The improvement scheme, which extends a distance of approximately 1150 metres along Gilford Road, Lurgan from the roundabout at Millennium Way to the 40mph limits on Gilford Road, includes resurfacing of the carriageway and upgrading of road drainage.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said: "This significant investment will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of Gilford Road, Lurgan to the benefit of local residents and those who travel through the area. I would like to thank the public and local residents in advance for their cooperation and ask that they comply with all temporary traffic restrictions while these much needed works are completed."

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A daily road closure will take place between the hours of 9.30am and 4.30pm from Monday 2 August 2021 to Friday 13 August 2021. During these times a diversion will be in place with traffic being diverted via Millennium Way, Russell Drive, Union Street / Tandragee Road, Monbrief East Road, Sugarisland Road, Deans Road, Gilford Road and vice versa.

The road will be open to traffic in the evenings and weekends. Local access for residents, and emergency services will be maintained at all times during the works however some delays may be experienced.