Roadworks set for Silverbridge

The scheme, due to commence on Monday, April 13, will involve the asphalt resurfacing of 2.2 kilometres of the A29 New Road, beginning 700 metres south of Tullydonnell Road, and continuing to a point approximately 750 metres north of the junction of Ballsmill Road.

Minister Kimmins said: “This is a substantial investment for the Silverbridge 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 Silverbridge area.

"Work is expected to be substantially completed by Friday, June 5.

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

To facilitate the safe delivery of the scheme it will be necessary to implement a daily weekday road closure from April 13 to June 5 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am–4.30pm). The road will be open evenings and weekends.

Alternative routes will be signed:

Traffic travelling towards Dundalk will be diverted via A29 New Road, B30 Newry Road, The Square, Cullaville Road, A37 Concession Road, Route N53, N53 Castletown Road, R132 Newry Road and R177 Armagh Road.

Traffic travelling towards Newtownhamilton will be diverted via R177 Armagh Road, R132 Newry Road, Linenhall Street, Bridge Street, N53 Castletown, Route N53, A37 Concession Road, B30 Cullaville Road, The Square, Newry Road and A29 New Road.

Road users are advised to allow extra time when travelling in the vicinity of the works and to comply with the temporary traffic restrictions.

For more information about this and other improvement schemes visit www.trafficwatchni.com/twni