The closure of the kilmarnock Road roundabout to the Road junction starts on May 14 at 8am. kilmarnock Council (KCC) said on Facebook that workers will be making rainwater drainage improvements before installing a crossing for pedestrians and cyclists.
Kilmarnock police shut down the road .
They added: “Diversions will be in place for people driving and cycling during the works. The footpath will be open as normal for people travelling through the area or visiting the local schools and businesses.
“We are sorry for the inconvenience caused to journeys while the improvements take place and please be assured our contractors are working as efficiently as it is safe to do so.” The local authority said the Stagecoach 23 and First Bus 3 and 7theStar services will follow a diversion route. They advised people to allow extra time for their journey, and to check with service operators for updated travel information.