A259 roadworks near Bognor Regis extended as drivers face two more weeks of disruption
Drivers using a busy road near Bognor Regis are being warned of a further two weeks of disruption after advance water diversion works linked to a major A259 improvement scheme were extended.
The works, which affect the junction with Yapton Road, were originally expected to finish on November 13 but will now continue until November 27, West Sussex Highways confirmed.
The restrictions form part of the wider A259 Bognor Regis to Littlehampton improvement scheme, with advance water diversion works being carried out ahead of the main project.
Motorists travelling along the A259 towards Middleton-on-Sea are affected by the closure of the left-turn lane into Yapton Road.
The right-turn movement from Yapton Lane onto the A259 is also closed.
A signed diversion route is in place, and drivers are being advised to follow the signs and allow extra time for their journeys.
main road improvement works.
Carrying out the utility work in advance is intended to prevent delays during construction and reduce costs and risks, while keeping disruption to residents, businesses and road users to a minimum.
The wider A259 Bognor Regis to Littlehampton scheme aims to improve several key junctions along the route, as well as make walking, cycling and bus travel easier and improve road safety and journey-time reliability.
Proposals include junction improvements and better facilities for pedestrians, cyclists and bus passengers.
Motorists can find further information about the extended works and diversion arrangements through the One.Network roadworks website or by visiting West Sussex County Council's A259 project webpage .