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Travel advice issued ahead of Bruce Springsteen performing in Belfast

Bruce Springsteen on stage

This Thursday, 9th May, sees Bruce Springsteen perform in Boucher Playing Fields. There will be traffic disruption in the area between midday and midnight. 


There will be a number of road closures:


• Boucher Road – one lane (city bound) will be closed between its junction with Shane’s Retail Park and Boucher Crescent between 5pm and 8pm. 



• Boucher Road – fully closed between its junctions with Tates Avenue and Stockmans Lane between 8pm and 12am(midnight). 


• Stockmans Lane – fully closed between its junctions with Balmoral interchange and Lisburn Road between 8pm and 12am (midnight).


• Balmoral Road and Link – fully closed from 12pm (midday) – 12am (midnight) 



Diversions will be in place and sign posted, accessible parking will be available in Balmoral Road, where coaches will also be parked but will not be able to leave until permitted. 


There will be no pick up and drop off points within the road closure area.


Superintendent Busch reminded concert goers to be respectful of local businesses and residents, particularly when leaving the concert.


“We want everyone attending the concert to have a great night, to stay safe, and remember the event for all the right reasons.



“Please act responsibly, stay with your friends and look after one another – and if you need help during the evening speak with event staff or the police.”


Please visit Translink’s website - www.translink.co.uk – for details on train and bus shuffles. 

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