THE main A684 road into the Yorkshire Dales is closed at Aiskew and Bedale as emergency repairs are carried out by Northern Gas.

Traffic had been one way over the weekend, but the road was completely closed today (Monday, October 20). Northern Gas said they are trying to reopen it as soon as possible but specialist equipment has had to be brought in to complete the work.

Diversions have been set up via Exelby road. A spokesman said they could not say when the road will reopen.

“This is a complex repair where we needed to bring in specialist equipment to work with", a spokesman said. "We are working around the clock to minimise disruption to local residents and motorists and apologise for any inconvenience caused. “

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