M8 closure this weekend

The M8 will be closed between Junctions 26 and 27 at Hillington to enable the demolition of the former pedestrian footbridge.

Scotland TranServ is currently overseeing the works which are being carried out by contractor Graham Construction in the project, which will see the new bridge open on Friday 25 September.

To ensure the safety of motorists and engineers the demolition of the bridge must be carried out overnight. This will mean lane closures from 8:00pm and then a total closure of the M8 in both directions between 10.00pm on Saturday evening until 09.00am on Sunday morning.

Diversion:

A local diversion will be in place with motorists being directed westbound through Hillington and Paisley and rejoining the M8 at Arkleston. Motorists traveling eastbound will exit at Arkleston before rejoining the M8 again at Hillington.