Upgrade work will see major Leeds junction partially closed
Work at Dawsons Corner will see several exits closed from Friday until Monday
There's set to be major disruption on part of Leeds Ring Road this weekend with a weekend of partial closures at a key junction.
Work at Dawsons Corner will see several exits closed off from 11pm on Friday (April 24) until 5am on Monday (April 27),
The Ring Road Farsley (A6120) and Bradford Road (B6157) exits will be shut, whole the two‑way traffic routes of Bradford Road (A647) and Stanningley Bypass will remain open.
Access to New Pudsey train station and Owlcotes Shopping Centre will remain throughout the works.
Last month, Leeds City Council released new visualisations showing how Dawsons Corner will look once the major upgrade works are complete.
The improvements aim to reduce congestion, safety and create better routes for all road users at the key junction, which handles 57,000 vehicles a day.
Construction began in May last year.
A Leeds City Council’s spokesperson, said: “We are carrying out major construction work to enlarge the junction, making it safer and more reliable for everyone who uses it.
"These improvements are vital not only to improve traffic flow and air quality, but also to support future housing and economic growth.
“The traffic switch taking place between 24 and 27 April marks a significant milestone in the project, with noticeable changes to how people access the Ring Road (A6120) and Bradford Road (B6157).
"We have written to thousands of local residents and businesses to make sure they are aware of what to expect.
“We appreciate that this work will cause disruption, and we ask people to plan ahead, allow more time for their journeys, follow the signed diversions and be patient as everyone adjusts to the new layout.
"Thank you to everyone for their continued understanding while these improvements are delivered.”