Scheme to install Variable Message Signs to commence on A2 Holywood
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A scheme to install new Variable message signs (VMS) along the A2 at Holywood will get underway today, Tuesday 1 April.
Once operational the VMS will provide valuable travel information for those travelling to the city centre and beyond from the North Down area.
Preliminary work to lay the foundations and install the posts for the signs will be carried out from Tuesday 1 April until Friday 4 April.
Due to the nature of the work it will be necessary to close the slip road adjacent to Palace Barracks and one lane of the city bound carriageway between 9.00 am and 4.30 pm during this period. The footpath at this location will also be closed during the works. Diversions will operate via Jackson’s Road, Old Holywood Road and Knocknagoney Road.
Further lane closures will be required when the signs are being erected however the Department will keep the travelling public informed when dates have been finalised with all work expected to be completed by the end of May 2025.
The Department has carefully planned the work and associated traffic management arrangements to minimise the inconvenience to the public. Road users are advised to adhere to the arrangements which are in place for worker and driver safety and should allow extra time for their journey.
All work is dependent on favourable weather conditions.
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