Greater Manchester Motorways: Overnight Closures This Weekend

0:00On February 27th, this episode is brought to you by NordVPN, fast, reliable online privacy. Links in the episode description. Here's the latest in UK news. National Highways has announced multiple overnight closures on major motorways around Greater Manchester this weekend. From Friday, February 27th to Monday, March 2nd, 2026, expect disruptions on the M60, M602 and M60. Mainly affecting slip roads and junctions. Additional closures target the M56, A34, M66 and M61. Most start around 9 p.m. and in by 6 a.m. with some carriageway sections fully shut for maintenance work. Drivers in the area could face big delays, especially during peak evening and morning hours. Commuters and weekend travelers should check routes ahead to avoid long tail backs in this busy region. A few spots like the A34 slip roads and Milton stay closed through the entire period until Monday morning.

1:00Officials urge using satnav apps for live diversions on other stretches of the M6 and M60. Plan your trips carefully and stay tuned to national highways for any last minute changes to keep moving smoothly.