Today, October 4, 2026, Glassford Street is closed due to a crash, and drivers should find alternative routes. Additionally, access to Royal Exchange Square is restricted from Buchanan Street, North Court Lane, and Queen Street entrances. Motorists are advised to avoid these areas.
This weekend, from Saturday, October 3rd, there is a full road closure between East Ave Junction and Technology Ave Junction in Hamilton Technology Park for up to three working days due to carriageway patching. Commuters and local residents should expect inconveniences and plan for diversions along High Blantyre Road.
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the Newhousemill Road Bridge, also known as The Wee Bridge. It is confirmed that the bridge is open for vehicle traffic. Although part of the leading parapet is damaged, temporary barriers are in place to ensure safety while the bridge remains intact.
Newhousemill Bridge, linking High Blantyre to East Kilbride, was severely damaged by a car, compromising the bridge parapet and resulting in a road closure on Newhousemill Road between East Kilbride and Hamilton. Diversions are in place, and extensive repairs are anticipated due to the damage’s severity.
South Lanarkshire Council is conducting roadwork on Station Road, Blantyre, starting on September 29th. Contractors are patching the carriageway, which is projected to last up to three working days, with minimal disruption anticipated for drivers.
Starting mid-October 2026, six months of traffic restrictions will impact the A725 Bellshill Bypass due to essential bridge maintenance at North Alderston Bridge. Motorists should anticipate delays, with a reduced speed limit of 30 mph and contraflow systems in effect. Alternative routes are advised to avoid congestion.
South Lanarkshire Council is undertaking carriageway surfacing repairs at Glasgow Road, Blantyre, this week. Contractors will commence work today, anticipated to last for three days, which may cause disruption for drivers in the area.
South Lanarkshire Council’s Road Department is addressing surface defects on Glenfruin Road, Blantyre, starting Thursday, August 6th. The work will take three days, with minimal disruption for drivers and vehicles. Local access for residents will be maintained throughout the duration of the project.