A DETAILED UPDATE has been given on the road closure in place on the A46. 

A road closure is in place on the A46 at the Pincot Lane / Wragg Castle Lane junction, approximately 2.5km south of Painswick.

Gloucestershire County Council has now given a detailed update on the causes and ongoing works to reopen the road. 

It said: "On Thursday, March 7 a hole was found beneath the road and temporary traffic lights were installed.

"Technical inspections were carried out and on Monday, March 11 and the road was closed for safety reasons as cracks have also been found at this location.

"We are working to investigate the source of the problem and make the road safe again as soon as possible.

"Until we know more about the extent of the damage, we can not estimate when the road will be reopened.

"As more information becomes available we will provide updates

"Please follow the signed diversion route.

"See Stagecoach service updates for bus information. 

"Businesses in Painswick remain open as usual."