A major road through Newmilns will be closed during the day for more than two weeks for essential maintenance work. 

The town's High Street will be closed between 8am and 5pm each day from December 4 to 22, from its junction with King Street to the start of Dalwhatswood Road.

A 'no waiting at any time' restriction is also in place on High Street, from its junction with King Street to the start of Dalwhatswood Road.

The road is expected to be closed between 8am and 5pm each day, but will be open outwith these times.

The days and times of the works may be dependent upon the weather conditions but the order will be implemented only when the appropriate signs are displayed.

Emergency services access will not be affected and access for residents, deliveries and pedestrians’ out-with the working zone will be maintained whenever possible and safe to do so 

An alternative route will be signed via the C133, C134 and A71 and vice versa.