PLANS to complete renovation works on an anti-social behaviour hotspot in Cirencester this week have been delayed due to a water leak. 

Colourful flooring was due to be installed in Argos alleyway - which connects The Waterloo and Dyer Street - in Cirencester on Wednesday, May 8 but this has been pushed back due to an overflowing pipe which has made the path damp.

The new flooring, which has designed by a local artist, is part of Cotswold District Council's revamp project to brighten up the area after a consultation highlighted concerns that the path felt unsafe and attracted unwanted antisocial behaviour.

Over the last year, lights have been put up to illuminate the space, the alley's walls have been painted blue and plant pots have been placed near its entrance.

A spokesperson for CDC said: "Unfortunately the final phase of the works could not be completed on Wednesday due to an overflowing pipe leaking water into the alleyway. 

"The new flooring cannot be installed unless the ground is completely dry.

"We are working to resolve this issue and the installation will be carried out as soon possible.

"Please keep an eye on our social media for further updates."