Yorkshire and North East - Maintenance schemes

Traffic management

11 May to end of October – A1 between Low Cocklaw Road at Duns Junction and Highfields roundabout

Overnight restrictions in place (8pm – 6am) for the duration of the scheme, including:

• inner and outer ring closures on Highfields roundabout
• lane closures north of the roundabout
• traffic light controls for northbound or southbound closures south of the roundabout

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures and traffic management

We won't work on Saturday nights or bank holidays.

17 April – A1 southbound between Denwick Interchange and Alnwick Interchange

Closed overnight (8pm - 6am).

Diversion –

Take B1340, B6346, A1068 then rejoin the A1.

19 to 27 April (8 nights) – A1 northbound south of Whittingham Junction for 1km

No closure but traffic lights and convoy system overnight (8pm - 6am).

28 April to 4 May (6 nights) – Alnwick Interchange northbound exit and entry slips

Closed overnight (8pm - 6am).

Diversion –

• continue north on the A1 to Denwick
• return south on the B1340

7 – 19 May (11 nights) – A1 from Alnwick Interchange to Denwick Junction

Closed overnight (8pm - 6am).

Diversion –

• you'll be diverted along the A1068 into Alnwick
• then take the B1340 to Denwick Interchange

20 May – 2 June (9 nights) – A1 northbound entry slip at Denwick Interchange

Closed overnight (8pm - 6am).

Diversion –

• you'll be diverted on the A1068 into Alnwick
• from Alnwick, take the B1340 to Denwick Interchange
• then take the B6341 to South Charlton

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England site. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures

26 May to 6 July - A1 northbound from Ripon to Leeming Bar

Closed overnight (8pm - 6am).

13 July to 8 August  - A1 northbound from Leeming Bar to Catterick

Closed overnight (8pm - 6am).

Diversions by the A6055.

A temporary 50mph speed limit will be in operation during works.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures

5, 6 and 7 June – A1(M) southbound between junctions 48 (Boroughbridge) and 46 (Wetherby):

• Fully closed overnight (8pm – 6am) on each of these three nights.
• Lane closures will also be in place during the day.

8 June – early July – A1(M) southbound between junctions 48 and 46

• Closed every weeknight (Monday – Friday, 8pm – 6am).

Diversion 

• follow the A168
• then follow the B1224

Delays are expected. Please plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures and diversion

The A1(M) between junctions 42 and 44, and the M1 between junctions 46 and 48, will close overnight (8pm–6am) on the following dates:

Northbound – 28 March and 8, 9 and 10 April

Southbound – 11 and 12 April

A clearly signed diversion will be in place for all closures.

An environmental weight limit through Aberford will also apply during these closures.

Further closures will be needed later in the project for gantry work, resurfacing and removal of traffic management. Dates will be shared once confirmed.

We're resurfacing the A1 southbound between junction 52 Catterick and junction 50 Ripon. 

Work will be carried out in two phases:

• Phase 1: 1 March – 11 April (Leeming Bar to Ripon)
• Phase 2: 13 April - 16 May (Catterick to Leeming Bar)

We'll be using a series of overnight (8pm to 6am) full southbound carriageway closures. 

When closures are in operation, diversions will be via A6055.

A temporary 50mph speed limit will be in operation for the full duration of the work.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Over the next 9 months, we'll be:

• improving drainage
• resurfacing carriageways and hard shoulders
• replacing the vehicle restraint system.

Closures

7 July to mid-September 2025

A1M overnight (8pm to 6am) full closures at:

• junction 61 (Spennymoor) to junction 62 (Durham)
• junction 63 (Chester-le-Street) to 62 (Durham)
• junction 61 (Spennymoor) to 62 (Durham)
• junction 62 (Durham) to 61 (Spennymoor) 

Mid to late August 2025 - A1M junction 56 (Piercebridge) to 57 (Darlington/ Stockton)

Northbound carriageway closed overnight.

Diversion

You'll be diverted off at junction 56 (Piercebridge) and back on at 59 Newton Aycliffe.

There'll be clearly signed diversions in place through North Yorkshire and Darlington local authority roads by Barton. 

Mid-September 2025 to late February 2026 - A1M 61 (Spennymoor) to junction 62 (Durham) 

One week of full overnight closures followed by 24/7 narrow lanes and 50 mph speed restrictions.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England site. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We're inspecting bridges at:

• A1(M) Leys Hill between junctions 36 and 37
• A1(M) Brodsworth Footbridge between junctions 37 and 38
• A1(M) Sprotbrough Footbridge between junctions 36 and 37

Traffic management and closures

26 and 27 May 2026 - B6422 Green Lane under the A1(M) Leys Hill between junctions 36 and 37

Two-way traffic lights during the daytime.

1 June - A1(M) northbound between junctions 37 to 38

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

Diversion by Barnsley Road eastbound, York Road, Wakefield Road then back to the A1(M) northbound.

2 June - A1(M) southbound between junctions 38 and 37

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

Diversion by Great North Road, Barnsley Road and A1(M).

3 June - A1(M) northbound between junctions 36 and 37

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

Diversion by:

• Warmsworth Road
• High Road
• Balby Road
• Cleveland Street
• Trafford Way
• Church Way
• A19 St Georges Bridge
• A638 York Road
• A635 Barnsley Road to rejoin A1(M)

4 June - A1(M) southbound junctions 37 to 36 

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

Diversion by:

• Barnsley Road
• York Road
• St George's Bridge
• Church Way
• Trafford Way
• Cleveland Street
• Balby Road
• Walmsley Road to rejoin A1(M)

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England site. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures

27 April to 26 June – A160 eastbound between Eastfield Road and Manby Roundabout.

Closed overnight (8pm–6am), weeknights only.

Diversion 

• head along Chase Hill Road and Rosper Road from Eastfield Road
• rejoin the A160 at Manby Roundabout

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures

13 April – 15 May - A168 northbound between A1(M) junction 49 and A170 York Road Interchange.

Closed overnight (8pm – 6am), Monday to Friday nights.

Diversion

Traffic heading for A19 at Thirsk: 

• continue on A1(M) northbound
• exit at junction 50 (Baldersby) and join the A61
• follow local routes to reach your destination via the A19 at York Road

During the day, a 50mph speed limit will be in place on temporary surfaces between Dishforth and Topcliffe. Please allow extra time for your journey.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We're repairing the bridge on the A19 southbound between A174 Parkway and A67 Crathorne Interchange. 

We'll begin on Tuesday 5 May for around six months in total, weather dependent.

Closures and Diversion

A19 southbound between A174 Parkway Interchange and A67 Crathorne Interchange

Closed overnight (8pm-6am), Monday to Friday. No closures on Bank Holidays.

Closures may not always be in place due to concrete curing times.

Temporary traffic signals will be in place on Redhill bridge at Yarm Road to reduce traffic loading during repairs.

Diversion by:

• the A174 eastbound
• B1365
• and A172 southbound

Local traffic will be diverted by the B1380 and the A1044.

Diversion route map

Please allow plenty of extra time for your journey during this period.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England website. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We plan to carry out a series of concrete repair surveys at the A47 Fulbridge interchange roundabout.

They are required to assess the current condition of the structures and to support future maintenance planning. 

We'll work overnight (8pm-6am), weather permitting. 

Closures and Diversions

11 to 13 June

Lane closures on the top deck and below deck only.

15 to 20 June

A47 eastbound under the interchange closed.

Diversion route map

Diversion:

• follow the diversion via the roundabout (up and over)

22 to 27 June

A47 westbound under the interchange closed.

Diversion:

• follow the diversion via the roundabout (up and over)

Diversion route map

29 June to 4 July

Full closure of both top decks of the roundabout structures.

Diversion:

• remain on the A47 and turn at the nearest junction

Diversion route map

Emergency vehicles will have access through the works with caution.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We need to repair the parapet wall at Salter's Brook Bridge following recent damage.

9pm Tuesday 5 May to late June - two-way temporary traffic lights at bridge

In operation at the bridge 24/7 until we finish work

Please allow extra time for your journey.

Traffic management

Two-way traffic signals operating between 9.30am and 3.30pm on these dates:

• 18 May
• 19 May
• 20 May
• 21 May
• 26 May
• 27 May
• 28 May
• 29 May
• 1 June
• 2 June

Expect delays and allow extra time for your journey.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures

7 April –30 June - A64 westbound overnight closures

We'll switch traffic management from west to eastbound overnight from Saturday 30 to Sunday 31 May

31 May – 5 August - A64 eastbound overnight closures

Closed overnight (8pm – 6am), Monday to Friday, between the A659 exit and entry slips.

Diversion 

There is a signed divrsion by  the A659

A64 Tadcaster bridge parapet renewal diversion route map

Please remember that closures can change at short notice.  You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

The bridge carrying the A640 New Hey Road over the M62 near junction 22 (Outlane) is in single-lane running.

Due to corrosion, we can't open two lanes to traffic on the bridge.

We're monitoring the bridge to ensure there are no critical signs of potential structural failure.

We'll need this traffic management until we can repair or strengthen the bridge.  This is likely to be 2027 at the earliest.

In future, we may need to enforce weight restrictions to keep the bridge safe to use.

We'll share more details when they'e confirmed.

We need to resurface the A66 Neasham roundabout and the A66 Morton Palms roundabout. We'll also be resurfacing the A66 approaches to both roundabouts.

To do this work safely we'll be using a variety of traffic management control measures including traffic lights with convoy running and some road closures with diversions.

There will also be a mandatory reduction of the speed limit to 40mph for the duration of the work.

Some of this work will be noisy and we apologise in advance for any disruption caused.

We’re:

• refurbishing joints on the M1 (upper deck) and A631 (lower deck) at Tinsley Viaduct
• replacing existing 50mph repeater signs with roundels and road markings on the A631.

Our work will continue until summer 2026.

Closures in 2026

We’ll work using the following overnight closures (8pm-6am):

7 May

A631 southbound lower deck (one night)

11 May

A631 southbound lower deck (one night)

12 May 

A631 northbound lower deck (one night)

8-10 June

M1 southbound upper deck (three nights)

19 June

A631 northbound lower deck (one night)

27-29 July

M1 southbound upper deck (three nights)

31 July

A631 northbound lower deck (one night)

14 September

A631 northbound lower deck (one night)

M1 northbound diversion

We'll divert you onto the A631 lower deck at Tinsley Roundabout. You'll re-join the M1 at Meadowhall Roundabout

A631 northbound diversion

We'll divert you off at Tinsley Roundabout onto the service road. You'll re-join the A631 at Meadowhall Roundabout.

For southbound closures, follow these routes in the opposite direction.

This short video shows how we'll keep traffic flowing on the viaduct while we work.

Sometimes circumstances like bad weather can delay us.  If we need more time for our work, we'll update you when we have firm details.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We've now completed a detailed structural assessment of M18 Greenland Lane bridge, between junctions 6 (Waterside) and 7 (Langham).

The findings confirm that the bridge must remain closed to motorised vehicles, and that repairing the existing bridge deck is unfortunately not a viable option.

The bridge remains safe for pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians, and the results of the assessment reinforce that the precautionary closure introduced in May 2024 was necessary to protect public safety after complex defects were identified.

What happens next

We are now assessing the most suitable long term solution for reinstating a motorway crossing at Greenland Lane. This could include one of the following options:

• Replacement of the bridge deck on the existing supports
• Replacement of the bridge entirely

Before any demolition can take place, the water and power utilities currently running through the bridge deck need to be diverted.

This diversion work, which will take place beneath the M18, is scheduled for financial year 2026/27. We continue to work closely with affected landowners and utility providers.

The main construction phase to replace the bridge deck or full structure is programmed to begin in financial year 2028/29.

This will allow enough time for the detailed design, approvals and statutory processes required for a project of this scale.

We understand that this closure is causing concern to those who use the bridge and we’ll continue to work with the local authority to ensure minimal disruption is caused.

Please be assured that we are doing everything we can to resolve the issues to reinstate the motorway crossing at Greenland Lane as soon as possible.

Diversion routes

During the closure, traffic is being diverted via:

• Greenland Lane
• Johnny Moor
• Long Lane
• Moorends Road
• North Common Road
• Selby Road and Thorne Road

Diversion route for M18 Greenland Lane Bridge closure

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We're replacing 60m of existing concrete safety barrier and reprofiling the existing central reserve cross-section on the A1077(M). 

We'll work over three consecutive weekend closures. Each closure will begin on Friday night at 9pm and run until 5am on the following Monday morning.

Closures and Diversions

1-4 May

southbound full closure between Frodingham Grange Roundabout and the M180 junction 3 (Midmoor Interchange), with a northbound lane closure.

8-11 May

southbound full closure between Frodingham Grange Roundabout and the M180 junction 3 (Midmoor Interchange), with a northbound lane closure.

15-18 May

Full closure in both directions.

Diversion for Eastbound traffic:

• from Frodingham Grange join the A1077 northbound (Phoenix Parkway)
• then southbound onto the A1029 (Winterton Road/Brigg Road) and the A18 to M180 junction 4 (Broughton Interchange)

Diversion for Westbound traffic:

• from Frodingham Grange join the A18 westbound (Doncaster Road)
• then southbound onto the A161 to join the M180 at junction 2 (Woodhouse)

Significant delays are expected as a result of the closures. Please allow plenty of extra time for your journey. 

Please keep to the official diversion routes and do not use sat-navs.

We apologise in advance for any disruption.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England site. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We’re continuing our works to modernise electronic message signs on the M1 and M62 in West Yorkshire. Closures will be between 8pm and 6am.

Closures

18 and 19 May – M62 westbound between J30 (Rothwell) and J29 (Lofthouse)

Overnight lane closures to install electronic message signs.

20 and 21 May – M1 northbound between J41 (Carr Gate) and J42 (Lofthouse)

Full overnight closures to install electronic message signs.

Diversion by:

• A650
• Bar Lane
• Novale Way
• Aurora Drive
• A642 Aberford Road
• M62 J30 (Rothwell)

26 and 27 May – M1 northbound between J41 (Carr Gate) and J42 (Lofthouse)

Full overnight closures to install electronic message signs.

Diversion by:

• A650
• A61 Leeds Road
• Northgate
• Marshway
• Jacobs Well Lane
• A642 Aberford Road
• Novale Way
• Aurora Drive
• Aberford Road
• M62 J30 (Rothwell)

Please note these works are weather dependent and may not go ahead in strong winds. Thanks for your patience.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England site. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closure

29 May – 1 June - M62 westbound between junctions 28 (Tingley) and 29 (Lofthouse)

Full weekend closure from 9pm Friday 29 May until 5am Monday 1 June.

Also closed during this time:

• M1(N) to M62 westbound free flow link
• M62 westbound entry at junction 29/42 from Lofthouse roundabout
• M1(S) to M62 westbound low level free flow link
• East side of Lofthouse Roundabout

Diversions 

• Via M1
• M621
• A6110
• A653

Diversion for M62 westbound closure J29-28

• Via M1
• M621 to M62 junction 27

Diversion for M62 westbound closure J29-28 via M621

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

Closures - M62 westbound between junctions 25 (Clifton) and 23 (Outlane)

Fully closed overnight on these dates and times:

• Friday 1 May – 10pm to 6am
• Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 May – 8pm to 6am
• Friday 8 May – 8pm to 6am

There'll be a signed diversion by:

• A644 Wakefield Road
• A641 (Bradford Road)
• A6107 (Clough Lane)
• A643 Then onto the M62 at junction 23

M62 westbound between junctions 25 (Clifton) and 23 diversion route. 

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England site. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We’re inspecting the Hartshead Moor Services footbridge on the M62 between junctions 25 (Clifton) and 26 (Chain Bar).

Closures

11 to 15 May - M62 westbound (lanes 1, 2 and 3)

Closed overnight (8pm-6am)

16 to 20 May - M62 eastbound (lanes 1, 2 and 3)

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

26 to 30 May - M62 east and westbound (lanes 2, 3 and 4, plus central reservation)

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

Please allow extra time for your journey during these closures.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We're modernising overhead message signs near Leeds and Wakefield, requiring a series of overnight closures (8pm-6am).

Please note these works are weather dependent and may be postponed in strong winds.

Closures

18 and 19 May – M62 westbound, junctions 30 to 29

Overnight lane closures.

20 and 21 May – M1 northbound, junctions 41 to 42

Full overnight closures.

Diversion by:

• A650
• Bar Lane
• Novale Way
• Aurora Drive
• A642 Aberford Road to M62 junction 30 (Rothwell)

Diversion route map

26 and 27 May – M1 northbound, junctions 41 to 42

Full overnight closures.

Diversion by:

• A650
• A61 Leeds Road
• Northgate
• Marshway
• Jacobs Well Lane
• A642 Aberford Road
• Novale Way
• Aurora Drive
• Aberford Road to M62 junction 30 (Rothwell)

Diversion route map

All other drivers should follow the signed diversion routes.

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.

We’re undertaking overnight surveys on the M62 roundabout at Junction 33 (Ferrybridge).

These surveys are being carried out ahead of a parapet replacement and concrete repairs scheme on the A162 and Ferrybridge Roundabout, due to take place later this year.

We’ll need partial closures on Ferrybridge Roundabout between the slip roads for the A162 at the north and south overbridges. 

Closures

28 May – Ferrybridge Roundabout partial closure (between the A162 north and south overbridge slip roads)

Closed overnight (8pm-6am).

Only one side of the roundabout will be closed at a time.

Access to Ferrybridge Services and Travelodge is not affected.

Diversion (north side):

• continue north on the A162
• follow the A645
• return south on the A162 back to the roundabout

Diversion (south side):

• follow the A162
• and A1

Please remember that closures can change at short notice. You can check the latest information on our daily closures page or find live travel information on our Traffic England. Our travel alerts give details of live incidents on our network.