Carriageway resurfacing works set to start in Albion Square

Work will start next week on a road resurfacing programme in part of the city centre.

Sections of Albion Square, in Hanley, are set to be resurfaced as part of efforts to improve the key transport route for shoppers and businesses.

The works, which will start on Monday 13 March and will last for up to six weeks, will require the full closure of the carriageway within Albion Square.

The pedestrian access will not be affected but a number of diversions for vehicles will be in place while resurfacing work is ongoing:

• Buses will be diverted along Potteries Way to access the bus station;

• Access to Stafford Street will be limited to taxis and deliveries;

• Access into Percy Street, Tontine Street and Parliament Row will remain via Old Hall Street but exit will be by turning right into Stafford Street (the bus lane and one-way will be reversed for the period of the works);

• Changes to access and egress to Cheapside will be put in place at a later date during the works, but will be maintained until then.

Councillor James Smith, cabinet member for infrastructure, heritage and development management, said: “We have, and are continuing, to work hard to upgrade the city’s road network to make it easier for drivers and pedestrians to travel around Stoke-on-Trent and this latest work is a testament to our commitment to doing just that.

“We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Every effort will be made to minimise disruption while this important work is carried out.”

Businesses affected by the resurfacing works have been informed via letters from Stoke-on-Trent City Council and signage will be put in place in advance of the works starting.