M11 40mph speed limits could be in place until end of 2027

This is due to works being carried out to repair the embankment

Speed restrictions could remain in place along a major Cambridgeshire motorway until the end of 2027. This is due to works being carried out to repair the embankment along a section of the M11 southbound.

The repairs are located around Junction 14. National Highways said these works are to “keep it safe”. It is being carried out using narrow lanes and reduced speed limits. This began from July 2026 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, meaning it could last up to around 17 or 18-months.

Speed restrictions as low as 40mph and 50mph have been in place on both the northbound and southbound sides of the M11 leading into the works. This is whilst safety works to the central barrier are taking place.

A National Highways spokesperson said: “We will be carrying out repairs to the embankment along a small section of the southbound M11 around junction 14 to keep it safe.

“The work will be carried out using narrow lanes and reduced speed limits to minimise disruption from July 2026, and we expect this to be completed by the end of 2027.”