THE roads are pretty quiet today, which is to be expected given the half-term school holidays.

Because of this fire yesterday, a section of Albert Road immediately outside the building is closed, so motorists will have to follow a brief diversion via St Germain Street and Harrowby Street in Farnworth.

Local bus routes are running as normal.

On the local rail network, Moses Gate, Farnworth and Kearsley stations are closed until October and are served by replacement coaches instead.

There is a reduced service from Bolton to Manchester as part of these works and passengers are advised to check the timetable in advance.