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  • Hazzard - £200,000 Road improvements for Armagh Road, Portadown

    Topics:
    • Major Roads Programme, 
    • Prioritised road schemes

    Date published: 20 September 2016

    Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard has announced that a £200,000 road improvement scheme on A3 Armagh Road, Portadown is set to begin on Monday 26 September.

    Footway resurfacing image
    Footway resurfacing image

    Resurfacing will take place on approximately 700 metres of the A3 Armagh Road east of Vicarage Road. Work is expected to be complete by Friday 7 October.

    Minister Chris Hazzard said:

    “The A3 provides a vital link between Armagh and Portadown. The improvements in the Vicarage Road will be greatly improved and serve people in the area for many years.”

    To help ensure the safety of road users and contractors, traffic management will be in place. Any diversions will be well sign posted and local access will be maintained.

    The Department has planned the works operations and traffic management to minimise any inconvenience, however, drivers should expect some delays and are advised to leave additional time when travelling in the area.

    For further information about road improvement visit:

    • TrafficwatchNI

    Notes to editors:

    1. All media queries should be directed to the Department for Infrastructure Press Office on 028 9054 0007. Out of hours please contact the duty press officer via pager number 07699 715 440 and your call will be returned.
    2. Follow the Department on Twitter @deptinfra

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