M25 Motorway Faces 29 Overnight Closures This Week
Drivers are advised to check National Highways for the latest updates on planned roadworks between October 12 and October 15.
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Drivers planning to use the M25 motorway this week must be aware of 29 overnight road closures that are scheduled to take place. These closures will affect both clockwise and anti-clockwise sections of the motorway, as well as various slip roads. The planned works are set to begin on Monday, October 12, and continue until Thursday, October 15.
Scheduled Closures and Times
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Each closure is scheduled to commence at 10pm and conclude at 5.30am the following morning. National Highways, the body responsible for the motorway network, has stated that these planned works can be subject to change at short notice. This is particularly true during periods of adverse weather conditions. Motorists are strongly encouraged to verify the latest travel information before commencing their journeys and to factor in additional time to account for potential delays and diversions.
Specific Junctions Affected
On Monday night, October 12, eight closures are planned. These include anti-clockwise sections such as the Cobham services link road, the junction 10 entry slip road, the carriageway between junction 10 and junction 9, and the carriageway at junction 15 between its exit and entry slip roads. The anti-clockwise stretch from junction 25 to junction 23 will also be closed. Clockwise closures on Monday night involve the carriageway and link road between junction 12 and junction 13, the carriageway and slip road between junction 21A and junction 22, and the link road between junction 30 and the A13 east.
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Tuesday night, October 13, will see seven closures. Anti-clockwise works include the carriageway between junction 10 and junction 9, the junction 10 entry slip road, the Cobham services link road, the carriageway from junction 25 to junction 23, and the link road between junction 15 and junction 4B of the M4 eastbound. Clockwise closures are planned for the carriageway and slip road between junction 21A and junction 22, and the link road between junction 16 and junction 1A of the M40 eastbound.
Six closures are scheduled for Wednesday night, October 14. Anti-clockwise affected areas are the carriageway between junction 10 and junction 9, the junction 10 entry slip road, the Cobham services link road, and the carriageway from junction 25 to junction 23. Clockwise closures include the carriageway and link road between junction 12 and junction 13, and the link road between junction 16 and junction 1A of the M40 eastbound and westbound.
Finally, eight closures are planned for Thursday night, October 15. Anti-clockwise works will affect the carriageway between junction 10 and junction 9, the junction 10 entry slip road, the Cobham services link road, the carriageway at junction 15 between its exit and entry slip roads, the carriageway from junction 25 to junction 23, and the carriageway at junction 2 between its exit and entry slip roads. Clockwise closures involve the carriageway and link road between junction 12 and junction 13, and the link road between junction 16 and junction 1A of the M40 eastbound and westbound.
Drivers can check the National Highways road closure report for the most up-to-date information and live traffic alerts that may affect their journeys.
Questions this report answers
+How many overnight closures are planned for the M25 this week?
There are 29 overnight road closures planned across the M25 motorway. These closures are scheduled to take place between Monday, October 12, and Thursday, October 15, affecting both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions.
+What are the times for the M25 closures?
All planned closures on the M25 motorway are scheduled to begin at 10pm and are expected to finish at 5.30am the following morning. Drivers should check National Highways for any changes to these times.
+What should drivers do before travelling on the M25 this week?
Drivers are encouraged to check the latest information from National Highways before setting off on their journeys. It is also advisable to allow extra time for travel, as delays and diversions are likely due to the planned roadworks.
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