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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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If you have a question about HS2 or our works, please contact our HS2 Helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email [email protected]