Motorists using the M8 eastbound at Harthill Services are set to benefit from an improved road surface, with Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland planning to renew approximately 0.6 kilometres of the trunk road over two nights, beginning on Wednesday 24 March 2021.
For the safety of workers and road users, the eastbound carriageway of the M8 will be closed between Junction 5 and Junction 4A from 20:30 until 06:00 on the nights of 24 and 25 March 2021.
During these closures, a diversion route for eastbound traffic will be signposted from M8Junction 5 to M8 Junction 4A via the B7066. This diversion will add an estimated 5 minutes and 0.3 miles to affected journeys. Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.
Strict physical distancing protocols, in line with Scottish Government guidance, are in place to protect teams and ensure they remain safe on site.
Consultation has been carried out with emergency services and relevant stakeholders to share information about the project in advance.
Tommy Deans, BEAR Scotland’s South East Network Manager, said: “These surfacing improvements will significantly improve safety and ride quality for motorists on this section of the M8.
“Road closures are essential to ensure the safety of workers and road users, however we’ve planned the works to take place overnight to minimise disruption and will do all we can to complete the project as quickly as possible.
“We thank motorists in advance for their patience and encourage them to plan ahead by checking the Traffic Scotland website for up to date travel information.”
Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland on www.trafficscotland.org, twitter at @trafficscotland or the mobile site my.trafficscotland.org
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