Two roads to be closed for nearly a month while footbridge repairs take place

Shropshire Council has revealed that New England Road and Bynd Lane in Highley will be closed from Monday, September 2, until Monday, September 30.

The council has confirmed that work will take place between 8am and 5pm each day, and the road will be closed during these times.

A signed diversion will be put in place, and access/egress for properties and businesses will be maintained when it is safe to do so. Shropshire Council added that depending on vehicle type, road users 'may be able to choose an alternative diversion route'.

People are also being asked not to park on the road during the day whilst the work is ongoing.

Shropshire Council said: "New England Road and Bynd Lane, Highley will be closed from Monday September 2 to Monday, September 30 while footbridge repairs are carried out.

"Work will take place between 8am and 5pm each day, and the road will be closed during these times.

"During the closures a signed diversion will be place - and access/egress for properties and any businesses within the closure will be maintained when safe to do so. Depending on their vehicle type, road users may be able to choose an alternative diversion route."

Further information can be found on the One Network website.