Councillor Butler welcomes Moira Road improvements

The works are due to begin on Monday October 6 and finish at the start of November.

“The works involve resurfacing in the vicinity of the Lough Road junction and will complement the ongoing improvements on that stretch of road,” explained Mr Butler.

“We welcome all investment that improves not only the quality of our roads and contributes to increased safety but also, that in the current challenging fiscal environment the Minister, Danny Kennedy, has secured investment for one of Lisburn’s most important arterial routes.

“Transport NI have made arrangements for traffic flow and diversions will be in place with traffic reduced to one lane for works and safety purposes. It is expected that the works will take four weeks to complete and drivers are advised to expect delays and allow more time for travel.

“If anyone requires further information and details about this and other road improvement schemes can be found at www.trafficwatchni.com.”

Transport Minister Danny Kennedy commented: “This scheme will deliver long term improvements for everyone in Lisburn with road users in particular being among the first to directly benefit from the investment.”