A1(M) junctions from Scotch Corner set to close for works

The motorway will be shut from junction 53 at Scotch Corner to junction 56 at Barton Junction for road marking renewal works.

Starting on June 29, the closures will take place from 8pm to 6am.

The affected area on the northbound carriageway stretches 3,697 metres from the exit slip road at junction 53 to the entry slip road at junction 56.

The southbound carriageway will also be closed from the exit slip road at junction 56 to the entry slip road at junction 53, covering a distance of 3,659 metres.

Additionally, the northbound entry and southbound exit slip roads at junction 53 and the northbound exit and southbound entry slip roads at junction 56 will be closed.

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Alternative routes will be clearly marked for drivers.

The closures will not affect emergency service vehicles or those involved in the works.

The order for these closures will come into force on June 28 and can last for up to 18 months, though the current plan is for the works to finish by July 20.

For more information, contact National Highways Customer Contact Centre on 0300 123 5000 or email info@nationalhighways.co.uk.