Welsh locals are baffled by road sign which gives different closure dates in English and Welsh

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By Samantha Allen

Published: April 23, 2022 | 3:24 PM GMT

The daft sign on Old Conway Road in Mochdre, Conwy County Borough was put in place by Openreach contractors who are working in the area.In Welsh, the sign states that the road is closed between April 11 and April 13 – but the English translation underneath reads: ‘This road will be closed 26/04/22 to 27/04/22 8am to 5pm’ – some two weeks later.

One confused resident shared the image of the sign and said: ‘A road closed warning sign gives two different dates – 11/4/22 to 13/4/22 for Welsh people and 26/4/22 to 27/4/22 for English people.

‘Are they trying to confuse us? I just had to take a picture, I thought it so funny.’

BT Openreach has since apologised for the ‘muddle’ and removed the sign to prevent further confusion.

An Openreach spokesperson said: ‘Thanks to North Wales Live for making us aware of this. We’re sorry for the muddle.

‘We’ve removed the sign for now to avoid confusion, and we’re touching base with our contractors to make sure they display correct dates in future.’

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.