Dozens of temp traffic lights & other major roadworks starting in Preston next week

Next week, numerous roadworks are beginning across Preston, including over a dozen set of temporary traffic lights.

Lasting between one day and two months, motorists are advised to avoid these areas if they can or plan their journey to give themselves more time.

As there are 83 roadworks beginning between Monday, November 17 and Sunday, November 23, we have only listed those involving closures, stop/go boards and temporary traffic lights.

So take a look at the roadworks you will most want to be aware of this week, including how long the work is scheduled to last and why:

5. Tom Benson Way, Preston

What: Temporary traffic lights Why: s278 licence works on Tom Benson Way, Fulwood, at its junction with Beamish Way. Installation of traffic island, and plane out and resurface carriageway. Works carried out by GRS Contractors. (Lancashire County Council) When: Nov 17-26 | Google Maps

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6. Lytham Road, Preston

What: Temporary traffic lights Why: Upgrade to the over height detection. Work to be carried out by YUNEX on behalf of LCC.s. (Lancashire County Council) When: Nov 17-28 | Google Maps