Plans have been announced to remove Moylinn East Footbridge in Craigavon.

The decision was reached after a structural assessment which revealed the footbridge is nearing the end of its lifespan and is beyond economic repair.

Work will take place from 16-20 March 2023 to remove the structure, with an alternative wheeling / walking / cycling link being provided while a permanent solution is developed.

To ensure the safety of road users during the removal works it will be necessary to operate a 24-hour closure of A3 Lake Road from roundabout 3 to roundabout 1 from 7pm on Thursday 16 March 2023 to 7am on Monday 20 March 2023. A diversionary route will be signed via the Drumgor Road, Brownlow Road and Tullgally East Road and vice versa.

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The footway crossing the bridge will also be closed from the 16 March until further notice.

Due to the removal of the footbridge, the bus stops at Moylinn footbridge, for Ulsterbus services 46 and 551 will be suspended. Passengers are advised to allow some extra time for their journey and use the South Lakes bus stop a short 5-10 minute walk away.

The development of a permanent solution is underway with the timing of construction being subject to budget availability and the completion of statutory processes.