AN EMERGENCY road closure is currently in place in Wotton-under-Edge.

Holywell Road has been shut by whilst Wessex Water carries out vital sewer works.

Ian Drury, Wessex Water spokesman said: “Work started on Monday (1 April) to carry out emergency repairs to a collapsed sewer.

“Unfortunately the collapsed sewer runs under the middle of the single track road, so we had to close the road to allow for the repairs.

“While the road is due to be closed until Friday (5 April) we’ll do everything we can to complete the repairs quickly and re-open the road as soon as possible.

“We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused while we carry out the essential work to maintain sewerage services for customers.”