Road closures for Gateshead flyover demolition expected to impact commuters
South Tyneside commuters are being encouraged to switch their cars to public transport ahead of a series of closures around the Gateshead Flyover.
The Gateshead Flyover demolition is continuing at a rapid pace and a series of road closures will hit anyone trying to use a key route in the coming weeks.
The next stage in the demolition of the Gateshead Highway flyover will see the Five Bridges roundabout closed to traffic later this month, followed by the Park Lane roundabout in July.
In place for 24 days, the Five Bridges Roundabout will be in place for 24 days, from Sunday, June 21 until Wednesday, July 16.
Any closures are expected to impact traffic for those travelling across the North East, including those going between South Tyneside and Newcastle or Gateshead.
After the demolition of the flyover above the Five Bridges roundabout is complete, and the roundabout has been re-opened, work will move on to Park Lane roundabout.
Gateshead Council is yet to announce the dates for the next part of the closures.
To help minimise disruption, the council is encouraging people to consider public transport, park and ride or car sharing options.
The Park Lane closure is expected to cause more disruption to South Tyneside residents as it marks the end of the Park Road which carries cars from the Felling Bypass into the centre of Gateshead before they cross the Tyne Bridge, where structural works are also taking place.
Anneliese Hutchinson, strategic director for Economy, Innovation and Growth at Gateshead Council, said: "We're encouraging as many people as possible to get on the bus or the Metro to minimise congestion while certain roads or junctions have to be closed."