Motorists advised to be on guard throughout Parish Walk day

Police are urging motorists to be cautious of over a thousand walkers who are taking part in the Parish Walk this event.

The annual event got underway at the NSC at 8am; despite over 1700 signing up they estimate just over 1500 were at the start line.

Motorists are advised to find alternative routes and avoid the areas within the early miles of the walk.

Inspector Mark Britton of the Roads Policing Unit says: 'As the event extends into the dark hours of night motorists are reminded that they can expect to see pedestrians on the road in areas where they may not normally see pedestrians at that time. Please take care particularly in the North and East of the Island.'

There has been a road closure in place between the Strang and Crosby Cross Roads but that will be lifted from 9.30am.

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