One side of Weston Point Expressway in Runcorn to be closed for several nights

The northbound side of a major road in Runcorn will be closed overnight for several days. Halton Council will introduce a temporary overnight closure of the northbound carriageway of Weston Point Expressway to allow detailed examinations of bridges, according to a public notice in the Runcorn and Widnes Weekly News. The traffic regulation order , made under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, is due to come into effect on October 26, 2026 for a maximum period of 18 months. However, the council states the actual closure is expected to take place over approximately two nights between 10pm and 5am, with the road closed only when and where traffic signs indicate. Signed diversions will be provided for drivers during the works. Road affected: Weston Point Expressway northbound, Runcorn (near WA8 7QF) Reason: Detailed examinations of bridges on or near the route Working hours: About two nights, typically 10pm to 5am Order start date: October 26, 2026 Maximum duration: Up to 18 months (closure used only as needed) Traffic management: Full northbound closure when signs are in place; signed diversions Authority: Halton Council (notice dated October 8, 2026) What part of the road is affected? The northbound carriageway of Weston Point Expressway in Runcorn. When will the closure happen? The order takes effect from October 26, 2026, with the closure expected over about two nights during 10pm to 5am. Why is the road being closed? The council is carrying out detailed examinations of bridges to support safety and maintenance planning. How will traffic be managed? Vehicles will be prohibited from entering the closed section when signs indicate. Suitably signed diversion routes will direct drivers around the closure. Will buses and emergency services be affected? Services using the northbound expressway will need to follow diversions during the signed hours. Passengers should check operator updates. The order prohibits vehicles from entering when the closure is in force. Can I still access businesses or homes along the route? Access along the closed northbound section will not be available during the signed hours, drivers should plan alternative routes via the posted diversions. How long will disruption last? The works are expected to require about two nights of overnight closures, with the expressway reopening outside the stated hours. Who is responsible for the works? Halton Council is promoting the temporary traffic regulation order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. The notice is signed by T. Gibbs, Director of Planning and Transportation. How can I get more information? Those who have any concerns or believe they may be adversely impacted are encouraged to contact the council’s project information line on 0113 2775360 or consult official council channels for updates. For full legal particulars, refer to the published public notice. Night-time working is intended to reduce daytime disruption on a key Runcorn route. Drivers should allow extra time for journeys during the closure nights, follow diversion signs, and heed all temporary speed and lane restrictions where deployed. Local residents near the expressway may notice overnight activity and temporary signage while the examinations take place. This article was crafted with the help of an AI engine, which speeds up the Liverpool ECHO's editorial research and applies it to article templates created by journalists in our newsrooms. An ECHO editor reviewed this content before it was published. You can report any errors or bugs to news@liverpool.com