After the announcement that the full weekend closures of the M6 between Junctions 32 and Junction 33 would no longer take place, due to drivers experiencing delays, National Highways has released a new schedule.
Some previously scheduled works will continue with a single overnight full closure on the Northbound carriageway (J32-J33) on Monday 26 September between 9pm and 5am.
The new schedule of works will be carried out using lane closures for four weeks starting on Sunday 2 October, which will ensure the motorway remains open during the daytime providing a safe environment for both workers and road users.
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The essential maintenance work is taking place between junctions 33 and 32 on the Southbound carriageway, to remove and replace the existing road surface and waterproofing system on the two bridges which carry the M6.
The M6 Southbound will have permanent daytime lane closures (with speed restrictions) with two narrow lanes remaining open during the day.
This will result in the following:
A spokesperson for National Highways said: “The works will require four weeks for completion. However, these may need to be extended if affected by inclement weather.”
For the latest updates, customers are advised to check the National Highways Website and on social media channels, National Highways North West on Facebook and @HighwaysNWest on Twitter.
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