MOTORWAY resurfacing work has been postponed until later this week.

A planned resurfacing of the A1(M) between Junction 61 at Bowburn and Junction 63 at Picktree, near Chester-le-Street, was due to get underway tonight (MON).

Work will now start on Saturday (6 June) and last for three weeks.

During the work, closures will take place on both the north and southbound carriageways at varying times.

A 50mph speed limit will be put in place and the work is planned to be completed by Monday, June 29.