Oldham road Nether Hey Street closed for two weeks

Drivers in Failsworth East are facing a two-week headache as Nether Hey Street shuts down for essential electrical works. Oldham Borough Council slapped a Temporary Prohibition of Driving Order on the road yesterday, blocking traffic from the Nuttall Street junction for 20 metres southeast. The closure, which kicked off today, is needed for ENWL to carry out electrical connection works-though exactly what that involves remains unclear.

Local residents and businesses will need to find alternative routes for the next fortnight, with the council warning the works could overrun if complications arise. The order covers a relatively short stretch of road, but it's enough to cause headaches for anyone who uses Nether Hey Street as a shortcut or access point. Delivery drivers, commuters, and anyone popping to the shops will need to factor in extra time or find new routes.

The council's provided contact details and reference numbers for anyone needing more information, suggesting they're expecting questions from frustrated residents. This isn't the first time local roads have been dug up for utility works-and probably won't be the last. The timing feels particularly inconvenient given other major projects happening across Oldham right now, though the council hasn't commented on whether they coordinated this work with other planned disruptions.

For now, the best advice is to avoid the area if possible and check your satnav for alternative routes. The closure affects Failsworth East ward, so anyone living or working in that part of town needs to be aware. Two weeks might not sound like much, but for local businesses relying on passing trade or residents with mobility issues, even a short road closure can cause significant disruption.