Work is to commence on a £340,000 carriageway resurfacing project in Larne.

The work, on the Waterfall Road, is to start on Tuesday, 10 September.

The resurfacing scheme will extend from Tureagh Road to Ballyrickard Road.

Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd said: "This is a substantial investment for the Larne area which will deliver significant benefits for residents and road users. The investment demonstrates my commitment to improving our rural road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities. I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters for their patience while this essential infrastructure work is carried out."

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To facilitate the safe delivery of the scheme it will be necessary to implement continuous road closures from Tuesday 10 September 2024 until Friday 11 October 2024.

During the times of the road closures diversionary routes will be signed as follows:

• Ballyrickard Road closure (Tuesday 10 September until Sunday 15 September) - Diversions via: (1) Waterfall Road, Ballyvallagh Road, Castle Road, Castletown Road and Ballyrickard Road. (2) Crosshill Road, Carneal Road and Ballyvallagh Road.

• Waterfall Road Closure (Tuesday 10 September until Friday 11 October) - Diversions via: (1) Ballyrickard Road, Crosshill Road and Waterfall Road. (2) Carneal Road, Ballyvallagh Road and Waterfall Road.

The works are expected to be substantially complete by Friday 11 October 2024.