Police in Newtownabbey have issued advice to motorists in Glengormley and Ballyclare ahead of road closures in the areas tonight (Tuesday).

The Antrim Road in Glengormley will be closed between the junctions of the Hightown Road and Carnmoney Road to facilitate the removal of the Glengormley Orange arch.

Officers advise that the traffic disruption will occur between 6pm and 9pm. A PSNI spokesperson confirmed traffic management and police officers will be in attendance to manage diversions.

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Advice has been issued to motorists ahead of expected disruption in Glengormley and Ballyclare. (Pic: PSNI).

placeholder image — Advice has been issued to motorists ahead of expected disruption in Glengormley and Ballyclare. (Pic: PSNI).

In Ballyclare, the town’s Orange arch will also be removed at the top end of The Square. Travel disruption is expected between 6.30pm and 8.30pm.

A PSNI spokesperson said officers will be in attendance to manage any traffic diversions.

Ballyclare Comrades will also be hosting Linfield at Dixon Park in the first round of the Co Antrim Shield (7.45pm).

A PSNI spokesperson stated: “Spectators are advised to arrive from the bottom end of Ballyclare- Hillhead Road/Mill Road, lower end of Main Street. Please seek alternative routes during this time.”