A NEW walkway has been created linking Ainsworth Street and Penny Street in Blackburn.

It is to allow members of the public to walk along the street safely while the demolition of the six-day market is being carried out.

The outbound bus lane on Salford onto Penny Street has been closed to allow for the temporary creation of the pedestrian walkway.

The crossing point outside BetFred and H and T Pawnbrokers on Ainsworth Street has also been blocked off to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Buses will continue to use Ainsworth Street and general traffic on Salford and Barbara Castle Way.