Road Closure in Bonkle Confirmed by North Lanarkshire Council’s Roads Department
North Lanarkshire Council’s roads department has confirmed a road closure in Bonkle. Allanton Road will be subject to temporary restrictions from January 27 to 31 for carriageway patching and drainage improvement works. During the closure, vehicular and pedestrian access will be allowed where practical.
For vehicles on the east side of the closure needing access to the west side, the advised route is Allanton Road, A71, A71 Morningside Road, and Bonkle Road. Similarly, vehicles on the west side looking to access the east side should follow the route vice versa. Additionally, North Kilmeny Crescent in Coltness will be closed on January 28 for Scottish Water manhole repairs.
Vehicles on the south side of the closure seeking access to the north side should proceed via North Kilmeny Crescent, Duns Crescent, and North Kilmeny Crescent. Conversely, vehicles on the north side wanting to access the south side should follow the route vice versa. For those on Linden Avenue needing to access North Kilmeny Crescent, they should proceed via Duns Crescent and North Kilmeny Crescent.
More information on the road closures can be found on North Lanarkshire Council’s website. Motorists are urged to plan their journeys accordingly and follow the designated diversion routes.
Summary:
The North Lanarkshire Council’s road department has scheduled a temporary road closure for Allanton Road in Bonkle for necessary maintenance works. Drivers are advised to use alternative routes during the closure period to ensure smooth traffic flow. Road closures are essential for infrastructure upkeep and public safety. It is important for local authorities to communicate such disruptions effectively to minimise inconvenience to residents and commuters.