The M25 will undergo its second full weekend closure next month as part of the junction 10 improvement initiative.
- From 9pm on Friday 10 May to 6am on Monday 13 May, the M25 will be closed between junctions 9 and 10 to install a new bridge.
- National Highways previously closed the M25 in March, making significant progress by demolishing a bridge ahead of schedule.
- This closure is part of a £317 million project under the government’s £24 billion road investment strategy.
- Drivers are advised to travel only if necessary and to allow extra time for their journeys.
The M25, one of the busiest motorways in the UK, is scheduled for its second full weekend closure next month for significant improvements at junction 10. The motorway will be closed from Friday 10 May at 9pm until 6am on Monday 13 May to facilitate the installation of a new bridge. This closure follows an earlier closure in March where National Highways made exceptional progress, completing the work eight hours ahead of schedule, allowing an early reopening between junctions 10 and 11.
Jonathan Wade, National Highways senior project manager, emphasised the difference in this closure: “This is far from a repeat of the previous closure, as the alternative routes are longer and will be different for over height vehicles and all other traffic.” He noted that adherence to travel advice reduced traffic by over two-thirds in the previous closure, limiting delays.
These essential upgrades, part of a £317 million project, are integral to the UK government’s £24 billion road investment strategy aimed at enhancing the nation’s infrastructure. The section between junctions 9 and 11 sees a significant volume of traffic, with around 4,000 to 6,000 vehicles per hour over the weekends and up to 270,000 vehicles on weekdays. Given its critical role, the M25’s maintenance and improvement are pivotal to sustaining the UK’s transportation network.
The authorities urge the public to only undertake necessary travel during the closure. Jonathan Wade advises drivers to allow additional time if opting to use the alternate routes. The strategic planning of these closures reflects an effort to minimise disruption whilst executing vital infrastructure development.
The upcoming M25 closure underscores the extensive ongoing efforts to improve the road network, ensuring long-term benefits for the UK’s infrastructure.
