Traffic Disruption On Eastbound Lane of Churchill Roosevelt Highway Until Friday

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The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation is advising the public that there will be a temporary traffic disruption on the Eastbound lane of the Churchill Roosevelt Highway — East of Tumpuna Road to Cumuto, from today (Tuesday 30th September, 2025) until Friday (3rd October, 2025), between the hours of 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This has become necessary to facilitate road works.

The Ministry said it apologizes for any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for its continued co-operation.

Please be guided accordingly.

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