Drivers face delays around Brent Cross as a series of overnight closures and lane restrictions are put in place for essential safety works on the flyover.
Transport for London has warned that the restrictions, which affect the A41 Hendon Way, the A406 North Circular and nearby routes, will cause major delays. The works are scheduled to run until Friday, November 20, and drivers are being advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys.
The A406 North Circular westbound has lane restrictions through the Brent Cross interchange until Friday, November 13. There are also planned overnight closures on Thursday, November 12, and Friday, November 13.
A contraflow system is in place on the A41 flyover until Friday, November 20. Traffic can still travel in both directions, but the reduced road space is expected to mean longer journey times.
Further disruption is expected next week, with the complete overnight closure of the A41 Hendon Way in both directions. The road will be closed between Vivian Avenue and The Vale junctions on Thursday, November 19, from 10pm to 5am the following morning, and again on Friday, November 20, from 10pm to 5am the next morning.
TfL has suggested drivers consider alternative routes where possible. For those travelling to and from west London, the M25 is recommended before joining the M40 or A4 where suitable. Drivers going to or from north London are advised to use the M25 via junctions 24 or 25.
In a statement, TfL said: “If you’re travelling through the area, walk or wheel, cycle, or use public transport where possible.” Motorists making longer journeys around London are also urged to use the M25 where appropriate.
Bus services will continue to operate in the Brent Cross area during the works. Some journeys may be delayed because of traffic congestion and reduced road space, and certain services may be diverted during the overnight closures. Passengers are advised to check their journeys before travelling and allow more time for their trips.
The restrictions are part of essential safety works being carried out around the Brent Cross flyover. Drivers elsewhere in the capital are also facing disruption, with 19 planned closures on the M25 between Friday and Monday, and a crash near junction 28 causing long delays earlier today.
