'Delays expected' as temporary traffic lights installed on Oldbury road

Delays are expected for around five days following the installation of temporary traffic lights in Oldbury.

The lights have been installed to make it safe for ongoing Cadent Gas Network and South Staffs Water works, with two roads being affected.

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West Midlands Roads said lights have been installed on the A457 Dudley Road, around Junction Street, Oldbury, with works expected until December 23.

Temporary traffic lights have been installed on the A457 Dudley Road, around Junction Street, to make way for roadworks. Photo: Googleplaceholder image
Temporary traffic lights have been installed on the A457 Dudley Road, around Junction Street, to make way for roadworks. Photo: Google

A spokesperson said: "A457 Dudley Road, around Junction Street, Oldbury. Temporary traffic lights. Scheduled to continue until December 23.

"Cadent Gas Network, roadworks, expect delays."

Temporary traffic lights have been installed on the A4034 Bromford Lane to make way for South Staffs Water works. Photo: Googleplaceholder image
Temporary traffic lights have been installed on the A4034 Bromford Lane to make way for South Staffs Water works. Photo: Google

Works are also ongoing on the A4035 Bromford Lane, by Sandwell and Dudley railway station, with lane closures also in place. 

Works outside of the station are expected until December 22, with West Midlands Roads warning that 'long delays' are being experienced around the area.

The spokesperson added: "A4034, Bromford Lane, by Sandwell and Dudley train station, Oldbury.

"Temporary traffic lights and lane closures. Scheduled to continue until December 22. These are causing long delays around the West Bromwich and Oldbury area. 

"South Staffs Water, roadworks, expect delays."

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