M42 stretch to close for weekend while HS2 bridge work is carried out
Motorists are being advised to plan ahead for when part of the M42 is fully closed for HS2 works.
HS2 is demolishing a bridge across the M42 between Junctions 6 and 7 and to ensure the safety of the workforce.
The road will be fully closed in both directions with the closure starting on Friday, August 11 at 9pm and lasting until Monday, August 14, at 6am.
A fully signposted diversion route will be in place with traffic updates appearing on the National Highways website and Twitter accounts.
