Three months of roadworks have begun on a major road.

The Highways Agency is widening the A27 at Firle, near Lewes, to improve road safety.

It will build a designated turning lane to Burgh Lane and Wick Street, near Middle Farm, and move a lay-by 100m further west.

There will also be new drainage, road signs and markings.

During the project there will be temporary traffic lights and a 40mph speed limit.

To minimise disruption, work will be carried out at night from 7.30pm to 5am and in the daytime from 9.30am to 4pm.

There will be temporary closures in Burgh Lane and Wick Street with diversions in place.