A new programme of roadworks is set to take place in the County Down village of Loughbrickland starting this week.

Work will begin on the £135,000 resurfacing scheme on Wednesday 08 September and run until Friday 24 September.

This scheme will see the Coolnacran Road resurfaced over a distance of approximately 1,700 metres from its junction with Ballygowan Road to its junction with Lagannanny Road. Road drainage will also be upgraded during the project.

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A daily weekday road closure will be in place between 8am and 6pm throughout the project. During these times a diversion will be in place with traffic being diverted via B3 Lagananny Road, Lisnagrade Road and Ballygowan Road. Local access for residents and emergency services will be maintained at all times during the works.

Road users are advised to allow extra time for their journey and to follow the alternative routes which will be clearly signposted.

Commenting on the scheme, Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said: "This significant investment will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network to the benefit of all who use it. I would like to thank local residents and businesses in advance for their cooperation and ask that they comply with all temporary traffic restrictions while these much needed works are completed."