PSNI issue travel advice to motorists ahead of St Patrick's Day parade in Magherafelt

There will be some disruption to traffic in Magherafelt this St Patrick's Day, March 17, with a parade and processions planned.

In Magherafelt participants and supporters are set to assemble at the Parish Centre Car Park on King Street at 2pm.

Once formed, the parade will leave Parish Centre Car Park and travel along King Street to Church Street, Broad Street, The Diamond, Meeting Street, Kirk Avenue, Queens Avenue, Queen Street, The Diamond, Broad Street, completing a u-turn and heading back up Broad Street to The Diamond, Meeting Street, Fair Hill and into Kind Street to finish at Parish Centre Car Park in King Street.

The parade will then disperse at around 4pm.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "Officers will be on the ground to accommodate the flow of traffic however road users may wish to seek another route if not attending a parade to avoid any unnecessary. There will also be some parking restrictions along the main parade routes and organisers have asked that people respect any area identified for blue badge holders or where 'No Parking' cones are placed.

"Police also wish to advise Street Traders wishing to trade along the route that they must have a valid Street Traders License issued by Mid Ulster District Council and should ensure that their stall does not encroach onto the road.

"We hope everyone enjoys the festivities and has a safe and enjoyable day."