Disruption expected as major works to widen the M621 near Elland Road begin today

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from two lanes to three gets started today and is part of the ongoing scheme to improve the M621 between junctions 1 and 7.

There will be additional lanes at the junction 2 roundabout, as well as a dedicated lane and left turn between the M621 and A643 northbound.Overnight closures to carry out the work will take place from today until Monday, December 19, National Highways says. The M621 will be widened near to the junction for Elland Road over the next few weeks. Photo: National Highways

Today, the M621 westbound will be closed between junction 4 and junction 1 for survey works within this section of the carriageway.Senior Project Manager Chris Musgrave said: “As drivers will be all too aware, traffic can build up at junction 2, especially at peak times, leading to congestion and delays. These improvements will provide extra room at the junction to help keep traffic moving and reduce queues, so drivers can get to their destination sooner.

There will also be a number of overnight slip road closures in place. Further details of these, and updates on future closures, are shared on the

 

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