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08/11/2019

Essential Bridge Repairs To Take Place On A8

A series of essential bridge joint repair works are moving forward on the A8.

Traffic restrictions will be implemented along the route westbound between the Bargeddie roundabout and Swinton roundabout to facilitate the work. These will begin on Friday 08 November and run for four consecutive weekends between 8am on Friday until 6am on Monday.

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Signed diversion routes will be in place during the weekend closures including one for non-motorway traffic.

The A8 westbound Coatbridge Road between the Bargeddie roundabout and Swinton roundabout will also be reduced to a single lane on weekdays during the following times and dates

• 6am Monday 11 November until 8pm Friday 15 November 2019 

• 6am Monday 18 November until 8pm Friday 22 November 2019

 • 6am Monday 25 November until 8pm Friday 29 November 2019

These restrictions are necessary to protect both road users and the workforce during these works.

(CM/JG)

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