THE second phase of work to Akers Way has caused misery for many drivers as a part of the road was shut to traffic again.

A 200-metre section between the Purton Road roundabout and Nova Hreod Academy is affected by the closure.

Work on more sections of the road will follow and the junction outside the school is due to be completed over the summer holidays.

Thamesdown Transport said its 5, 15 and 15A services have been delayed by up to 20 minutes for much of the day because of the closure.

And service 22 from Barnfield to the town centre is being diverted via Kemble Drive because of 'severe congestion', said the company apologising for any inconvenience.

Swindon Borough Council says the entire project should be finished by September 13.

Coun Mary Martin, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Place, said: “This first phase was always going to cause the least amount of inconvenience as the majority of Akers Way has remained open.

"However, these next few phases will have a significant impact on people’s journeys so I would urge anyone who uses Akers Way or Moredon Road, particularly during peak periods, to consider using alternative routes and to allow plenty of time for their travel."