Motorists and bus passengers travelling through Brownhills are being warned to prepare for disruption as a five-day road closure comes into force on Monday 9 November.
A section of Brownhills High Street, between Highfields Road and Milestone Way, will remain closed around the clock until Friday 13 November, affecting local traffic and public transport services.
The closure is expected to cause inconvenience for residents travelling through the area, particularly those relying on the number 8 bus service, which connects Walsall town centre with Lichfield.
How will bus services be affected?
Passengers using the number 8 service will need to allow additional time for their journeys while temporary diversions are in place.
Buses heading towards Lichfield will leave their usual route at Ogley Hay Road before travelling along Hospital Road, Chase Road, Springfield Road and Bridge Cross Road. Services will then rejoin their normal route.
Buses travelling towards Walsall will follow the same diversion in the opposite direction.
The changes will remain in place throughout the closure, including during the morning and evening commuting periods.
When will Brownhills High Street reopen?
The road closure is currently scheduled to finish on Friday 13 November, although passengers are advised to check for any changes to local travel arrangements before setting off.
The reason for the closure has not yet been confirmed in the published travel information.
Residents who regularly travel through Brownhills, including those commuting to work or attending appointments, may wish to consider alternative routes during the five-day period.
Bus passengers can check the latest service information through Transport for West Midlands and their bus operator before travelling.