Notice of overnight road closure on the M42 M6 Link Road and lane closures of M42 northbound
Work item: HS2-BBV-26-2209
Work Item Summary
- Project Phase
- Phase 1
- Region
- Warwickshire
- Location
- M42 M6 Link Road
- Contractor
- BBV JV
- Type of works
- Road closure
- Estimated Start Date
- 13/07/2026
- Estimated End Date
- 15/07/2026
What we are doing
Location
M6-M42 eastbound link road between M6 junction 4a and M42 junction 8.
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M42 northbound carriageway, nearside verge, approximately 250m north of junction 8 W3W///loudly.feed.paints
Duration
The road will be closed for three nights from Monday 13 July to Wednesday 15 July, from 09:00pm to 06:00am each night.
What we are doing
The works will involve preparatory activities, including the relocation of plant and equipment, ahead of the installation of the Water Orton viaducts which will span the northbound carriageway of the M42.
What to expect
Low level of noise from our machinery and a clearly signed diversion route. This work is subject to consent with National Highways.
HS2 is undergoing a comprehensive reset to ensure it can be built efficiently and for the lowest reasonable cost. This work is being carried out in stages and will be completed in 2026. We will provide you with updates on the reset and what this means for our plans to build the railway in your area.
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