Busy Swindon road ripped up with repairs left on Boxing Day

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A busy Swindon road has been ripped up with roadworks appearing left with no workers in sight just days before the street is set to reopen.

Victoria Road, in Old Town, has had temporary traffic signals for some time - making it a one-way system for a while now.

The location, which is famous for its nightlife including The Victoria pub and Longs Bar, has seen a huge crater dug up on the road.

The Thames Water signs tells residents to watch out for "Danger Deep Excavation".

The works are expected to continue until December 30.

Two way signals are in place to control traffic, and allow for pedestrians crossing the steet.

On Swindon Borough Council’s website, it states the road works are in place for ‘Utility Repair and Maintenance Works’.

Earlier this month, and lower down the street sewer flooding was reported at the junction of Victoria Road and Byron Street.

Thames Water have been contacted for more information.

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