THE A470 on the approach into Rhayader will be closed in both directions for the next two nights, it has been confirmed.

Traffic Wales revealed this morning that the A470 at South Street (approaching from the Builth Wells direction) will be shut in both directions for roadworks between 8pm-3am on Thursday and Friday, July 11 and 12.

The work is taking place opposite a property known as Greenfields, with diversions in place.