Bus changes and road closures are expected in central Wellington today, due to a protest

Protesters are expected to march from Civic Square to Parliament after 11am.

Metlink says all buses travelling through the CBD will follow temporary diversions and use alternative routes as needed,. affecting bus stops on Manners Street, Willis Street and Lambton Quay.

It says it will aim to resume usual services as soon as it can.

Passengers are being encouraged to allow extra time for travel, and check the Metlink website and app.