Traffic disruption expected as Biden comes to Belfast
The US President arrives tomorrow
Last updated 10th Apr 2023
Commuters are being warned to expect traffic disruption in some parts of the country, as the US President comes to Northern Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.
Disruption is expected around Belfast International Airport as well as Belfast City Centre.
Joe Biden will arrive in Belfast on Tuesday - kicking off a four day trip to the Island of Ireland.
He's expected to give an address at Ulster University's newly opened Belfast campus.
A Translink spokesperson said, “Due to the US Presidential visit, passengers are advised to expect some service disruption, diversions and delays in and around Belfast City Centre on Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th April 2023.”
“Customers should leave extra time for their journeys and follow the latest travel advice on social media @Translink_NI, visit www.translink.co.uk/service-updates or call 028 90 66 66 30.
“We would like to thank our customers for their patience during this period.”
Meanwhile a statement from the PSNI said, “There will be traffic disruption in the vicinity of Belfast international Airport in the lead up to the visit of President Biden to Northern Ireland this week.”
“Those travelling to or from the airport should expect delays and allow extra time for their journey.”
“We will provide further updates over the coming days.”
Another PSNI update said "Motorists are advised that there will be no vehicular access to James Street, Franklin Street, Bedford Street, and Clarence Street West in Belfast city centre from around 2pm this afternoon (Monday 10th April) until Wednesday afternoon."
"Police will be on the ground facilitating pedestrians, and businesses in the area will be operating as usual."
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