Number of Douglas roads now closed for Queen's visit

A number of road closures are now in place in Douglas as the Queen visits the Island.

Prospect Hill is closed from the junction of Athol Street, with access to Victoria Street available via Market Street, with some delays expected.

Lord Street is also closed between Market Hill and Athol Street/Bank Hill - buses and HGV's can still access the full length of Lord Street until 10am.

There is a closure on Ridgeway Street between the junctions of North Quay, Lord Street and Victoria Street, as well as the junction with King Street. 

Church Street and Barrack Street are also shut from the entrance of Shaws Brow Car Park, with access to the car park still available. 

There are more closures on Water Lane, Old Post Office Lane and Fancy Street, with Duke Street and Heywood Place also closed from the junctions of Lord Street.

The Lord Street closure will extend down to the roundabout from 10am, with those in private car parks opposite the bus station not being granted access after 10am. 

Police say these road closures are expected to be lifted by 5pm this evening.

Details of the latest bus stop and route information for today can be found here.