M27: Improvement work between junctions 5 and 7 to continue

National Highways has announced that the eastbound carriageway between junctions 5 and 7 has been completed with a new road surface, better drainage and improved safety barriers.

The focus will now shift to the westbound carriageway.

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Richard Scrase, programme delivery manager for National Highways. (Image: National Highways) Richard Scrase, programme delivery manager for National Highways, said: "We have made great progress, and our work to improve the eastbound carriageway of the M27 between junctions 5 and 7 is now complete.

"We are now gearing up to do the same and provide a low-noise road surface, make significant drainage improvements to the road, and safety improvements to the central reservation on the westbound carriageway."

Since the work began on the eastbound carriageway in early 2024, more than 10,000 cubic metres of earth have been removed, 3,574 metres of drainage pipes have been repaired, and 704 repairs have been made to the concrete slabs on the carriageway.

Additionally, 43,094 metres of joints between concrete slabs have been repaired, 47,389 tonnes of asphalt have been installed as the new surface, 9,843 metres of safety barrier have been installed, and 6,229 metres of surface water drainage have been installed.

Overnight closures between 9pm and 6am will be in place during May, with details of closures and diversions available on the National Highways website.

Drivers can also keep up to date on road closures by visiting the Traffic England website or by following National Highways on social media.