Closure coming to major Sunderland A690 junction after delay

Work that will close a major Sunderland road junction has been delayed by a week due to bad weather.

Road users are advised that the A690 Durham Road Barnes Gyratory will be closed for the next two Sundays, to allow for the resurfacing of Dunelm South.

The work was due to be done on the Sundays of February 11 and 18. It will now take place on February 18 and Sunday, February 25.

Road closures will be in place between 8am and 6pm with two diversion routes signed.

The work is part of Sunderland City Council’s ongoing road improvement scheme, which in the next few weeks will also see road closures for resurfacing on Corporation Road and Villette Road in Hendon, St Luke’s Terrace in Pallion and Chester Road.

Councillor Kevin Johnston, Sunderland City Council’s cabinet member for Dynamic City, said: “I’d like to thank drivers for their patience and understanding as we carry out resurfacing work on this important section of road.”

“It’s part of our ongoing commitment to improving the infrastructure across Sunderland, as we strive to keep the city’s roads well-maintained and clean.

"While road closures can cause an inconvenience, we always aim to programme the work during quieter periods wherever possible.”

The full highway maintenance programme is available on the council’s website by googling highway maintenance schemes - Sunderland City Council.

For up to date roadworks please visit www.one.network.