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Disruption information ahead of the Coronation Weekend

May 4, 2023

During the celebrations of this momentous weekend, a number of major transport improvements and events are taking place and we want to help keep you moving.

Upcoming works: M42 Junction 6 Solihull Road bridge demolition, full weekend closure, Friday 5 May – Monday 8 May

As part of the continuing works to improve capacity on the M42, National Highways are working with Solihull Council to construct the new M42 junction 5a. The old Solihull Road bridge will need to be demolished to allow the continued building of a new link road.

National Highways will need to close the M42 in both directions between junctions 5 and 6 from 10pm on Friday 5 May to 5am on Monday 8 May. To reduce the amount of traffic travelling through the area during the closure, signs will be placed along the motorway to advise of possible delays.

Travel advice

  • Plan ahead and leave more time for your journey. If you travel on or around the M42 J5 to J6 (northbound) or M42 J6 to J5 (southbound) you may need to leave more time for your journey. There will be a signed diversion route in operation as shown on the map below. We advise that you check the latest traffic conditions before you leave using apps like Google Maps or WAZE.
  • Use public transport where possible. This is to reduce congestion in the local area.

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