A road in Norwich is being closed for two weeks for emergency repairs. 

Gertrude Road in north-east Norwich will be closed from Monday May 13 as works will be carried out by Norfolk County Council to fix subsidence issues along the road. 

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Subsidence is when the ground underneath a building or road starts to sink causing danger to drivers and residents. 

First Norwich say a diversion will be in place via Mousehold Avenue.

A spokesman for Norfolk County Council said emergency access will be maintained at all times.