Drivers warned about series of M5 closures this week
Drivers in and around North Somerset will have six National Highways road closures to watch out for this week.
www.wsfp.co.ukI don’t have live access to the latest feeds from here, but I can summarize what recent reporting has indicated and where to check for the newest updates.
Core answer
- The M54 has had periodic closures and lane-control works tied to maintenance and safety upgrades, with announcements typically listing specific night-time and weekend closures between J3–J4 (near Shropshire) and occasional closures affecting adjacent junction pairs. For the very latest closure schedule, please consult National Highways or local authority updates.
Where to look for the latest information
- National Highways: M54 closures, full/partial closures, and temporary speed limits are typically posted in press releases and the live traffic pages. Check their West Midlands or M54 pages for the current status and planned works.
- Shropshire Council or Shropshire Chamber of Commerce: Local notices or business-impact advisories often summarize upcoming closures and how they might affect traffic in the area.
- Local traffic and travel news outlets: Regional outlets (e.g., Shropshire Live or Highways magazines) frequently publish updates on planned closures and any changes to the timetable.
If you’d like, I can monitor for updates and summarize them as soon as you specify the window you care about (e.g., next two weeks) and whether you want only full closures or also lane closures and speed-limit changes. I can also help you plan an alternate route or estimate delays based on typical patterns.