A section of the M27 will close for essential bridge work over the weekend.
The M27 eastbound will be closed at junction 12 from 9pm on Friday, October 10 until 6am on Monday, October 13.
The IBM bridges, one carrying eastbound traffic and the other westbound, are undergoing significant upgrades to improve journeys and maintain safety.
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The works will include the removal of the old road surface, waterproofing, and upgrading the existing surface drainage.
Removal of the old road surface and waterproofing on the top of the westbound bridge and upgrading the existing surface drainage was completed over two previous weekend closures.
Emma Weston, project manager at National Highways, said: "Our workforce has made great progress, and we’ve also been very lucky with the weather.
"We’re hoping that luck continues to hold, as adverse conditions can impact our work schedule – so do check your journey before setting off."
The second weekend closure for the eastbound carriageway is scheduled from 9pm on Friday, October 17 to 6am on Sunday, October 19, followed by further overnight closures to install the new expansion joints.
While the work is underway, traffic will be diverted, and motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly.
National Highways stated that further updates on the closures will be provided on its website and on X.
Motorists are urged to stay informed about the latest developments and plan their journeys to avoid inconvenience.
For more information, visit the National Highways website.
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