A SECTION of dual carriageway will close overnight for resurfacing work.

Work will happen on the A40 just south of Shipton between 7pm and 7am for a two week period.

The road will be fully open during the day time, with county council chiefs stating that the work will help prolong the road’s life and address defects caused by frequent use.

Bob Skillern, local highways manager at Gloucestershire County Council said: "This section of the A40 is important for commuters travelling to and from major locations, including London and Oxford, so it is vital for this resurfacing to go ahead.

"I would like to thank residents in advance for their cooperation while the work is carried out."

Residents are asked to plan journeys in advance to avoid the closure times as only emergency vehicles will be permitted to use this section of road whilst closed.

A diversion route suitable for heavy vehicles will be signposted from Northleach via the A429 Fosseway to Cirencester.

The diversion route will then follow the A417 and A419 to Gloucester then the A40 into Cheltenham and vice versa.

The road will be closed from Tuesday May 2 until Wednesday May 17.