Well, it’s pretty much expected given the chaotic weather but – a huge section of a major motorway is closed after emergency re-surfacing works overran. And one of the UK’s most dangerous roads is now closed. . . because of snow.
The M4 between Junction 12 and Junction 11 going eastbound is currently closed because of works needed to take place after an earlier oil spillage.
The oil spillage was as a result of a collision – but the works have overrun, with National Highways claiming that it will be lifted “before peak hours” this morning, although that has not yet happened.
As a result, a major diversion is now in place, which we’ve detailed below. Also closed this the A628 Woodhead Pass in both directions between Hollingworth and Flouch.
A spokesman said: “The A628 (Woodhead Pass) is closed in both directions between the A616 (Hollingworth) and the A57 (Flouch) due to snow.”
Road users are advised to use the M60, M62 and M1 as an alternative route. Road users are also advised to allow extra time for their journey. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”
And as for the diversion on the M4:
Follow the route marked with a hollow circle symbol on local road signs:
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Exit the M4 at J12 Theale Interchange and at the roundabout take the first exit on to the A4 Bath Road towards Reading
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Continue on the A4 towards Reading and at the traffic light controlled junction with the A4155 near Southcote turn right to remain on the A4 (Berkeley Avenue)
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At the traffic light controlled junction with Rose Kiln Lane turn right
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Follow the Rose Kiln Lane to the traffic light controlled junction with the A33 Basingstoke Road and turn right.
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Follow the A33 Basingstoke Road southbound to the M4 J11 Three Mile Cross Interchange,
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At the Interchange roundabout take the second exit to re-join the M4 eastbound
A spokesman added: “If this closure impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.
Further information is available from National Highways by visiting our www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via our regional X feed. Our 24/7 contact centre team is also available to provide up to the minute information on 0300 123 5000.”
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