Road closures in place for Nagar Kirtan parade in areas of West Bromwich, Oldbury and Smethwick

West BromwichPublished: Oct 30, 2022Last Updated: Oct 30, 2022

Roads closures and diversions will be in place today in areas of West Bromwich, Oldbury and Smethwick due to the Nagar Kirtan parade.

Motorists urged to leave their cars at home

Motorists have been urged to plan ahead or to leave their vehicles at home.

A spokesman for West Midlands Roads said: "Nagar Kirtan, celebrating Guru Nanak Dev Ji's birthday, is taking place today in areas of West Bromwich, Oldbury and Smethwick.

Road closures in place for Nagar Kirtan parade in areas of West Bromwich, Oldbury and Smethwick

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