A £550,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme is set to commence in the near future in County Antrim, Department for Infrastructure has announced.

The scheme will take place on the B100 Ballyrickard Road in Larne and extend from Raloo Road for approximately 2.1 km.

It will commence on Monday, February 17, with an expected completion date of Friday, March 21.

Discussing the scheme, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said: "I am committed to building on the progress made by Minister O'Dowd to improve our rural road network which is vital for connecting businesses and communities across the north. 

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"This substantial investment for the Larne area will improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network and deliver significant benefits for local residents and all road users travelling through the area.

"I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters for their patience while this essential infrastructure work is carried out."

A continuous road closure will be in place for the duration of the works and a diversionary route will be signed as follows: A8 Belfast Road, U4047 Browndod Road, C73 Browndod Road, U4046 Raloo Road, C73 Mounthill Road and vice-versa.