Defects have been discovered in sections of the supports propping up Coventry’s ring road, forcing the closure of one lane while repairs are carried out.

One lane has been closed in the anti-clockwise section of the area near the coach park, called Ringway Swanswell, while the changes are being made.

The defects were discovered during routine repairs to the concrete trestles which support the ring road

The lane closure will have to move across the width of the road as the repairs progress along the trestles.

It is expected that the closure will last up to eight weeks. Signs will be erected to explain the repairs under the viaduct, and drivers are being advised to find an alternative route where possible as delays are expected.