Parts of Blantyre Farm Road, Calder Road, and Westburn Road have been closed since mid-January, but will re-open on July 20th at 5:00 PM due to the completion of a new roundabout. The project also includes landscaping improvements, a new entrance for Redlees Park, and upgraded drainage and lighting.
Essential repairs at Clyde Bridge, Motherwell will lead to a temporary closure of the southbound off slip at Junction 6 of the M74 and lane one of the A723 for four weeks from 20 July to 17 August. A signed diversion will direct traffic to Junction 7 and back. Night closures are scheduled for the setup.
Heavy rain has caused significant flooding on Hillhouse Road, obstructing the route to High Blantyre and affecting drivers and residents. This ongoing issue remains unresolved by South Lanarkshire Council, leaving many vehicles stranded and residents trapped in their homes. Urgent action from the Council is needed to address the problem.
Parking will be suspended for a week at Station Road and Park Lane, with cones marking off areas. Signage warns of vehicle removal for illegal parking. The council hasn’t listed any road closures, but temporary traffic orders may apply from 8am on July 10th to 8pm on July 16th. Community input is encouraged.
This week, dedicated teams will clear litter from rural roads near Hamilton, including Sydes Brae and Newhousemill Road. Each affected road will operate on one-lane traffic from 9 am to 3:30 pm. The council stresses responsible waste disposal to minimize cleanup costs, while penalties for littering may reach £500.
The planned roadworks that were supposed to close the M74 motorway slip road at Hamilton and Motherwell have been postponed by North Lanarkshire Council. The works at Junction six of the M74’s Clyde Bridge were scheduled to start today, July 6th, but no new dates have been announced.
South Lanarkshire Council will close Hunthill Road and Bardykes Road for maintenance from July 21 to July 25, 2025. Full road closures will occur between Main Street and Glasgow Road. While residents will have local access, other traffic must use diversions via Main Street, Broompark Road, Stonefield Road, and Glasgow Road.
Glasgow Road in Blantyre will be closed in both directions from John Street to Forrest Street from August 4th to August 8th for resurfacing. Diversions will be in place via Auchinraith Road, Main Street, Hunthill Road, and Bardykes Road. Access for residents on Elm Court and Church Street will be maintained.