Rail replacement works continue on Sheffield tram network

Melanie Corcoran, executive director of transport, said: "We hope to minimise any passenger and traffic disruption and keep people moving while this work progresses."

The rail replacement work follows a commitment by SYMCA to invest more than GBP110m by 2027.

This includes upgrades to the trams, track, control systems and power supplies alongside the construction of a new tram train station at Magna, it said.

Ms Corcoran added: "The rail replacement on Middlewood Road will be the final works to be completed this summer.

"By investing in the Supertram system, we're increasing the longevity of the region's tram network and ensuring the safe operation of this popular service for the millions of people who use it every year."

The works will be carried out along Middlewood Road between the Sheffield Wednesday training ground and the junction of Hillsborough Grove.

It means the yellow route tram services will run a revised service from 17 August to Friday 29 August inclusive.