Work to build a new signalised junction and surfacing works on a stretch of the A6 near Diamond Way in Irthlingborough has begun.

Significant delays are being experienced by drivers along this busy stretch of the A6 as a result of the works, which began this morning at 8am and will run until August 21.

The work currently being undertaken happening approximately 100 metres either side of the A6’ roundabout with Diamond Way include the construction of a new signalised junction and surfacing improvements to the road.

Currently, temporary traffic lights are in operation near the bridge and the footpath that runs along the A6 will remain open for the duration of the roadworks.

The A6 viaduct over the River Nene forms part of Station Road, which the council confirmed will itself be subject to a full 24/7 closure for 11 days from July 31 at 8pm until August 10 at 6am.