Multi-way traffic lights have been installed on Knaresborough High Street ahead of six days of roadworks.

The temporary lights, which are on the A59 and Gracious Street crossroads, were put in place at 11.30am this morning.

Delays are likely as the route, which is a main route for access into the town and for school drop-offs, is one of Knaresborough’s busiest.

It comes as Northern Powergrid carries out maintenance works and utility repairs in the area.

The Stray Ferret contacted Northern Powergrid to ask what exactly the work will involve. A spokesperson said:

“The works on Knaresborough High Street relate to two high voltage faults, in three separate locations.

“Engineers have attended the site to excavate and locate the fault, which has required necessary traffic management to be put in place to safely carry out the work.

“Jointing work will take place on Thursday 14 March to repair the fault, which will require testing. It is expected that re-instatement will be completed by the weekend of 16/17 March.

“We apologise to customers and local residents for any inconvenience and can reassure that we’re working hard to complete the works and keep disruption to a minimum.”

However, according to North Yorkshire Council’s roadworks map the lights will remain until Tuesday, March 19 at 11.59pm.

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