Chichester motorists urged to plan ahead as A27 works continue towards Portsmouth
Drivers travelling between Chichester and Portsmouth are being warned to expect delays as essential work continues at the A27 Langstone Interchange.
National Highways is moving work to the westbound carriageway, with a series of closures planned this weekend as part of a major refurbishment programme.
The closures will take place as follows:
Saturday, September 26: The A27 westbound from Emsworth to Bedhampton will be closed overnight from 9pm to 6am.
Sunday. September 27: The A27 westbound at Langstone Interchange will be closed during the day from 6am to 6pm.
Sunday, September 27: The A27 westbound from Emsworth to Bedhampton will be closed again overnight from 6pm to 6am.
The work follows the completion of improvements to the eastbound carriageway, including resurfacing, replacing the bridge parapets and safety barriers, renewing the waterproofing and installing new expansion joints.
A spokesperson for National Highways said: “Our extensive refurbishment programme at the Langstone Interchange is making good progress and remains on track. We have successfully completed the work on the eastbound carriageway... We now begin similar work on the westbound carriageway this weekend, during the first of two weekend closures.”
National Highways said the programme had been carefully planned to minimise disruption, with key stages being carried out overnight and at weekends where possible.
Aron Clarke, project manager at National Highways, said: “These essential improvements will enhance safety, reduce noise for nearby residents and businesses, and extend the life of the bridges, helping to keep this vital link on the A27 safe and reliable for many years to come.”
National Highways added that everyone planning to travel through the area is urged to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journey.