Overnight Closures and Diversions on A2, A21, and A282 This Week

Maintenance works by National Highways will lead to several overnight closures and diversions on the A2, A21, and A282 throughout this week. The scheduled works aim to enhance road safety and upgrade infrastructure on key routes, potentially causing delays and disruptions for motorists.

Key Takeaways:

  • National Highways is responsible for maintaining the UK's motorways and major A-roads, including the A2, which stretches nearly 72 miles from Borough in London to the Dover Docks.
  • The scheduled works are part of National Highways' ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and upgrade infrastructure on key routes.
  • Drivers should prepare for potential disruption and follow signed diversion routes where necessary.
  • There are 14 overnight closures planned for the A2, A21, and A282 between Tuesday, June 17, and Sunday, June 22.
  • The A2 will be closed in both directions between Lydden and Whitfield on Wednesday, June 18, for electrical works.
  • The A21 will be closed in both directions between the M25 Jct 4 and Hewitt's roundabout on Wednesday, June 18, for maintenance.
  • The A282 will undergo several overnight closures for joint replacement, surface works, and other maintenance activities throughout the week.

Statistics:

  • 14 overnight closures planned for the A2, A21, and A282 between Tuesday, June 17, and Sunday, June 22.
  • The A2 stretches nearly 72 miles from Borough in London to the Dover Docks.
  • 10pm to 5.30am is the scheduled closure time for the A282 Dartford Crossing East Tunnel on multiple nights.
  • 8pm to 6am is the scheduled closure time for the A2, A21, and A282 for most closures.

Sources:

  • "Read More: The Welling primary where 'confident' kids 'take pride in looking after each other'" - exact title and phrase as mentioned in the original text.
  • National Highways - quoted in the original text as responsible for maintaining the UK's motorways and major A-roads.