M4 closures planned for Swindon stretch of motorway

National Highways has announced a temporary restriction that will affect traffic in both directions between Junctions 15 and 16, which covers parts of Wiltshire and the Borough of Swindon. The announcement was made with a public notice. More information on public notices can be found at https://publicnoticeportal.uk.

The closures will be in place for two nights, on or after April 13, closing the carriageway between 9pm and 6am each night. The restrictions will also include the westbound entry slip road at Junction 15 and the eastbound entry slip road at Junction 16. The shutdown has been scheduled to allow for cable and maintenance works to be carried out safely along this stretch of motorway.

Diversion routes will be clearly signed, guiding traffic via junctions of the M4 and local roads. The order, which is due to come into force on April 11, allows for the work to take place at any time within an 18-month period. It is important to note that the closure order does not apply to emergency services and works vehicles, which will still be permitted access.

The closures would only apply when traffic management measures are in place. The public notice relating to the closure was published on March 27 and is signed by Christopher Batten on behalf of National Highways. General enquiries relating to the notice can be made in writing to the Project Manager, Stephen Aldridge, at National Highways Ltd, Brunel House, 930 Hempton Court, Aztec West, Bristol, BS32 4SR.

Alternatively, he can be contacted by telephone on 07858 689339 or by email at [email protected].

Full details of the public notice can be viewed via the Public Notice Portal.