SP Energy Networks is conducting roadworks on Glasgow Road, extending beyond the West End, to install a new 11kv cable. This work, occurring between Hamilton Road and 9 Annfield Gardens, is anticipated to continue until the first week in November.
Major resurfacing works will close the A749 Glasgow Road southbound in East Kilbride between Greenlees Road and Stewartfield Way roundabout from 07:00 on September 20 to 23:59 on September 21, 2025. Diversions are in place for First Bus services, and motorists should allow extra travel time.
NINE months of roadworks begin today on the M8 in Glasgow, including the installation of average speed cameras limiting speeds to 40mph. Affected bridges and slip roads near Hillington will be improved, causing delays of 6-8 minutes off-peak and 15-20 minutes during peak hours. Completion is anticipated by May 10, 2026.
Drivers in Argyll must take a 60-mile detour due to 11 landslides caused by heavy rain at Butterbridge and Glen Kinglas. Bear Scotland crews are cleaning up, but the A83 is unlikely to reopen until Tuesday due to more rain forecasted. Diversions are available via A819, A85, and A82.
Amey, representing Transport Scotland, will start significant bridge works on the M8 on September 8, causing driver disruptions. The £9 million project involves upgrades to rail and slip roads at Junction 26 (Hillington Interchange) across five phases, with the first phase running until October 1. Traffic will be redirected via Braehead.
A bit more about today’s busy traffic. Sadly, a man has died today after being hit by an HGV on the M8. The crash happened between Junction 5 Shotts and Junction 6 Newhouse on the busy Glasgow to Edinburgh main road at about 12:40 early today,Thursday 28th August. Emergency services attended promptly but the man […]
Drivers on the M8 should prepare for disruption due to average speed cameras and a temporary 40mph speed limit as a £10million bridge refurbishment project begins at Junction 26. The work, spanning from September 2025 to Spring 2026, will require traffic diversions to facilitate essential repairs and upgrades.
Blantyre will gain new regulated parking bays for disabled drivers, including spaces for blue badge holders at Melrose Place and Small Crescent. The plan extends to nearby towns, enhancing accessibility across South Lanarkshire. The initiative aims to facilitate parking access for disabled individuals near homes and services.