Warning as Glasgow's M8 junction roadworks delayed
The work was due to be completed, and the junction reopened on Monday, June 9. However, they're now set to be in place until later in the month.
The off-slip at Junction 18 leading to St George's Road will stay closed until Wednesday, June 18.
It's part of phase 2 of the works for the 'Connecting Woodside' project, and the busy junction was originally set to be closed from May 12 to June 9, 2025.
A council roads spokesperson said: "Due to unforeseen ground conditions, the closure of the Junction 18 M8 Eastbound off slip leading to the A804 St George's Road (Phase 2) works have been delayed.
"Completion is now expected by Wednesday, June 18, 2025."
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The works were announced in March by the council traffic team.
They said: "Glasgow City Council, in conjunction with Transport Scotland and Sustrans, are commencing works on St Georges Road on 17th March 2025 for an estimated duration of 48 weeks.
"These works will see the creation of new public realm spaces, street space enhancements, tree planting and segregated active travel facilities.
"Further details on these works along with the design drawings can be accessed here.
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"Works will commence on Monday 17th March 2025 and are scheduled to last for 48 weeks.
"The works will commence at the southwest end of St George's Road and will tie in with the recently completed works at Charing Cross.
"The construction phase will then proceed north eastwards on St George's Road and conclude at the junction with Garscube Road.
"Further Traffic Information bulletins will be released as the works progress."
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