M6 drivers can expect 16 WEEKS of disruption

Drivers are being warned of delays on the M6 between Preston and Wigan as resurfacing work gets underway.
Traffic disruption expected for road resurfacing work on the M6Traffic disruption expected for road resurfacing work on the M6
Traffic disruption expected for road resurfacing work on the M6

The Highways England resurfacing scheme starts on Monday between junctions 27 (Wigan) and 29 (Preston) and covers a nine mile stretch across three lanes in both directions – the equivalent of 22 football pitches.

The motorway will remain open at all times but some overnight lane closures will be required.

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The work, which also involves replacing reflective road studs and painting new road markings, is expected to last for around 16 weeks. It will take place in short sections up to 7 days a week, between 9pm and 5am, Monday to Friday, and until 7am at weekends.

Temporary lane closures will be required and a 50mph speed limit will apply for the safety of crews and drivers. Associated slip road closures will also be required and local signed diversion routes will be in place.

Highways England Project Manager Phil Deller said: “Drivers on the M6 will know this stretch needs resurfacing, and people will benefit from smoother and safety journeys as a result.

“We’ve designed this programme with no full carriageway closures, so drivers will reap the benefits without too much disruption.”

The programme is subject to suitable weather conditions.