AN investigation has been launched to find out why a small sinkhole has appeared on a Burtonwood road.

Residents have raised concerns over the hole yards from the old Post Office building, on Chapel Lane.

Warrington Borough Council is currently looking into the issue.

A spokesman said: “We are currently investigating why the sinkhole has appeared.

“The necessary remedial works will take place at the earliest opportunity.

“The area has been made safe whilst the investigation takes place.”

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The sinkhole in Burtonwood. Photo by Gary Murdock