Several roads will be closed to traffic over the next few weeks while essential work is carried out by utility companies.

Diversions will be signposted and affected properties will be notified.

Closed roads and diversions in place include:

1. Gainsborough Road, Dagenham, will be closed at the junction with Butler Road from Monday to Friday for improvements to gas services

2. Perth Road, Barking, will be partially closed between the junctions of Movers Lane and Jackson Road on Sunday, January 22 for improvements to water services

3. Canonsleigh Road, Dagenham, will be closed for 40 metres at the junction with Stamford Road on Monday, January 30 for improvements to gas services

Visit lbbd.gov.uk for more information.