Workmen have completed the first section of repair work to Oxford's worn-down St Aldate's two weeks ahead of schedule.

The work, between Carfax and the Post Office, was done by Oxfordshire Highways and Scotia Gas Networks.

Repairs to the bed of the road, the road surface, drainage, kerbing and gas mains is being carried out in phases to minimise the impact on motorists and pedestrians.

Further work will begin in June.