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22/11/2024
Sydenham Bypass Reopening Early
Planned resurfacing works on the Sydenham bypass this weekend will not go ahead with the road being fully opened from Saturday, 23 November.
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has announced that an overnight closure will remain in place between 10pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday morning when the contractor will clear the site ready to reopen the carriageway fully at 6am on Saturday.
Minister O'Dowd said: "With a yellow Met office warning in place for part of Saturday a decision has been taken to not close the Sydenham bypass this weekend. This was due to be the last weekend of works before an embargo on all non-essential roadworks on key arterial routes begins on Monday 25 November until 5 January.
"This early opening of the bypass and the commencement of the embargo will help traffic flow, easing congestion and supporting businesses in the approach to the busy festive period.
"I would like to thank the public for their patience while these essential works have been ongoing."
It is expected that the Sydenham bypass scheme will recommence in early January, however the Department will inform the travelling public when dates have been confirmed.
Infrastructure Minister John O'Dowd has announced that an overnight closure will remain in place between 10pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday morning when the contractor will clear the site ready to reopen the carriageway fully at 6am on Saturday.
"This early opening of the bypass and the commencement of the embargo will help traffic flow, easing congestion and supporting businesses in the approach to the busy festive period.
"I would like to thank the public for their patience while these essential works have been ongoing."
It is expected that the Sydenham bypass scheme will recommence in early January, however the Department will inform the travelling public when dates have been confirmed.
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