NI traffic alerts: Belfast delays warning ahead of NI match and parade

Emergency services to close roads amid thousands of expected travelers

Motorists are being warned to expect significant delays in Belfast on Thursday evening due to an international football match and a parade.

Northern Ireland is taking on Italy at Windsor Park in a crucial Euro 2023 qualifier, with kick-off at 7.45pm.

Meanwhile, the annual Whiterock Parade is also taking place in west Belfast from 6.30pm.

Closures and diversions

The PSNI says a number of roads will be closed or subject to diversions from 3pm.

The closures will affect the following areas:

• Windsor Park and the surrounding roads
• The Whiterock Road and the surrounding roads
• The Westlink
• The M1 motorway
• The M2 motorway

Full details of the closures and diversions can be found on the PSNI website.

Advice for motorists

The PSNI is advising motorists to avoid the affected areas if possible.

Those who do need to travel should allow extra time for their journey and be prepared for delays.

Public transport is expected to be busy, so passengers should also allow extra time for their journey.

Emergency services

The PSNI, NI Ambulance Service and Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service will all be in attendance at both events.

They are urging the public to cooperate with their instructions and to take care.

Stay informed

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