Bangor: Hospital roadworks set to cause 'significant disruption'
Patients and drivers have been warned that roadworks near a hospital in north Wales are set to cause significant disruption.The work, expected to last 10 weeks, will take place between Ysbyty Gwynedd roundabout and Ffordd Cae Cilmelyn in Bangor.It is part of the Penrhos Road Active Travel Scheme which will feature a new cycle and pedestrian track.Paul Andrew, of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, said the hospital appreciated the "cooperation and understanding" of the public.
Patients and visitors have been advised to allow extra time when travelling to the hospital for appointments.It is not expected that work will be done during weekends.The scheme, which is being implemented by Cyngor Gwynedd, is aimed at getting more people to walk and cycle in the area.It comes after campaigners warned that changes to the Welsh government's cycling policies were putting efforts to get people on their bikes at "risk".Mr Andrew said: "These works are likely to cause delays, and we want to ensure everyone arrives on time for their appointments."
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