Busy Cambridgeshire A-road closed due to 'poor conditions'

Cait Findlay

11 January 2025 at 6:37 am·1-min read

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A busy Cambridgeshire A-road has been closed due to 'poor conditions' on Saturday (January 11). According to a Cambridgeshire Police spokesperson, the A15 in Peterborough has been closed in both directions.

The force spokesperson said: "A15 Paston Parkway Closed from Werrington roundabout to Gunthorpe roundabout – both directions. This is due to poor road conditions, we are waiting for Highways to deal.

"Please find an alternative route until further notice." It is not clear what the force means by 'poor conditions'.

Cambridgeshire Police and National Highways have been contacted for more information.

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