Widespread Road Closures Disrupt Transport Across Northern England

Several regions across the UK are experiencing multiple road closures and traffic disruptions due to ongoing construction, maintenance, and utility works scheduled throughout August. In West Yorkshire, areas including Pontefract, Featherstone, Knottingley, Castleford, and Wakefield face closures such as Back Wesley Street and Pioneer Way, with alternative routes provided to ease travel. The North East, covering Newcastle, Sunderland, and Durham, is also affected by gas main work, roadworks, and utility-related lane closures, demanding careful travel planning. Cambridgeshire reports closures and multi-way traffic lights in places like High Street and Grove Lane for gas and water works, with some roads closed to all vehicles overnight. Additional closures and temporary traffic lights are in place in West Yorkshire's Keighley area, including Main Street in Wilsden and Keighley Road in Crossflatts, due to resurfacing work. Motorists are advised to check local updates and plan journeys accordingly to avoid delays and disruptions.