Scheduled resurfacing works at the Syndenham bypass in Belfast, which were due to continue this weekend, will now not go ahead and the road will remain open.

This comes as a result of a yellow Met office warning put in place for part of Saturday.

An overnight closure will remain in place between 10pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday morning when the contractor will clear the site ready to reopen the carriageway fully at 6am on Saturday.

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Department for Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd explained: "This was due to be the last weekend of works before an embargo on all non-essential roadworks on key arterial routes begins on Monday, November 25 until January 5.

"This early opening of the bypass and the commencement of the embargo will help traffic flow, easing congestion and supporting businesses in the approach to the busy festive period.

"I would like to thank the public for their patience while these essential works have been ongoing."

It is expected that the Sydenham bypass scheme will recommence in early January, however, the Department will inform the travelling public when dates have been confirmed.