Road works are set to appear on a busy Paisley road with drivers warned of delays.

Hawkhead Road will see high-impact works take place next month which are being carried out by GTC Pipelines Limited.

The reason for the road works is to allow workers to excavate the area for a new gas connection.

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The projected start date is Monday, March 11, however, this is subject to change, with the works estimated to last approximately 11 days.

It is not known at this time if there will be a traffic management system in place.

Delays are to be expected and drivers are advised to use alternative routes.