Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has announced a carriageway resurfacing project on the A2 Ballywalter Road in Millisle, beginning Monday 27 July 2026.

The works will cover 1.1 kilometres of asphalt resurfacing from Drumfad Road to a point beyond Ballywiskin Road, aimed at improving the road’s durability and surface quality.

Minister Kimmins said: "This is a substantial investment for the Ballywalter area which will deliver significant benefits for local businesses, residents and road users. The investment demonstrates my commitment to improving our road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities. This work will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network to the benefit of local residents, businesses and those travelling in the Ballywalter area. Work is expected to be substantially completed by Friday 4 September 2026. 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 enable the works to be carried out safely, a weekday road closure will operate from Monday 27 July to Friday 4 September 2026, between 08:00 and 18:00. The road will remain open during evenings and at weekends.

A signed diversion will direct traffic via: A2 Ballywalter Road, A2 Whitechurch Road, C256 Dunover Road, C256 Cardy Road East, C256 Cardy Road, C255 Manse Road, C252 Ballyblack Road East, B172 Ballyblack Road East, C253 Killaughey Road, A2 Millisle Road, A2 Donaghadee Road, A2 Main Street, and vice versa.

The Department has planned the works and traffic management to reduce disruption where possible, but some delays should be expected. Local access will be accommodated where feasible, and road users are advised to allow extra time and follow all temporary traffic restrictions.