A police incident on the University of Nottingham campus leads to diversions for local bus services.
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Incident leads to road closure
This morning, Nottingham City Transport (NCT) reported a significant disruption due to a police incident on the University of Nottingham campus. The incident, confirmed at AM, has resulted in the closure of East Drive in both directions, specifically from Portland Hill to Keighton Hill.
This area is known to be near the Park Campus of the university, which has raised concerns among local residents and commuters.
Impact on public transport
As a direct consequence of the incident, NCT has announced that its Orange 34 bus service is currently diverting and will not be able to serve East Drive or the Lakeside Arts Centre.
Passengers relying on this service are advised to use alternative stops at the George Green Library or Portland Hill. This diversion is expected to cause inconvenience, particularly for students and staff commuting to the university.
Traffic conditions and updates
According to traffic monitoring service Inrix, while East Drive remains closed, traffic in the surrounding areas is coping reasonably well. The only notable congestion reported is at the junction of East Drive and University Boulevard, extending towards Clifton Boulevard. Google traffic data corroborates this, showing no significant delays in the vicinity. Nottinghamshire Police have been contacted for further details regarding the nature of the incident, but as of now, specific information has not been disclosed.
As the situation develops, updates will be provided through various channels, including a dedicated WhatsApp Community for breaking news and top stories from across Nottinghamshire. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and plan their travel accordingly, especially if they are in the vicinity of the university campus.
Inrix’s latest update at AM indicates that traffic conditions remain stable, despite the ongoing police activity. However, commuters should remain vigilant and check for further announcements from local authorities and transport services.
