Drivers who are planning on travelling through Airdrie this weekend have been advised to plan ahead as an Irish Republican march weaves through the town.
Police have today set out plans as the IRBS anti-racism walk takes place on Saturday (tomorrow).
Marchers are to assemble in Kirkness Street at 10am before setting off at 10:30am.
Participants will follow the route west towards Monklands Hospital and then east into the town centre before returning to Kirkness Street where the parade will disperse.
The route set to be affected (Credit: Police Scotland)
According to North Lanarkshire Council, the proposed route is as follows; Kirkness Street, Bore Road, Aitken Street, Chapel Street, East High Street, High Street, Aitchison Street, Ralston Street, Alexander Street, Stirling Street, Bank Street, South Bridge Street, East High Street, Chapel Street, Aitken Street, Bore Road, and Kirkness Street
“Those travelling through Airdrie are asked to allow additional time for their journey and to please drive safely, allowing for those walking on the road as part of the parade,” said the Lanarkshire Police Division.
“Thank you for your patience,” officers added.
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