A substantial £3 million resurfacing scheme is set to begin on the M1 Motorway in Craigavon this Friday, 25 July. The extensive improvement works will focus on the eastbound carriageway between Junction 11 (Ballynacor) and Junction 10 (Lurgan) and are scheduled for completion by Friday, 8 August 2025.

To ensure the safety of both road users and workers, a series of essential lane and road closures will be implemented throughout the duration of the project.

Key Traffic Management Arrangements:

• M1 Junction 11 (Ballynacor) eastbound on-slip road (Belfast bound) will be closed continuously for the entire period of works. A diversionary route will be signed via the M1 westbound carriageway and M1 Junction 12 (Birches) interchange to access the M1 eastbound carriageway.

• M1 Motorway eastbound between Junction 11 (Ballynacor) and Junction 10 (Lurgan) will be reduced to a single lane daily during these hours:

- 06:00 to 20:00 (Monday to Friday)

- 07:00 to 20:00 (Saturday)

- 12:00 noon to 20:00 (Sunday)

• M1 Motorway eastbound between Junction 11 (Ballynacor) and Junction 10 (Lurgan) will be subject to full overnight closures during these periods:

- 20:00 to 06:00 (Sunday to Thursday nights) - 20:00 (Friday) to 07:00 (Saturday)

- 20:00 (Saturday) to 12:00 noon (Sunday)

- A diversionary route will be signed via A3 Kernan Loop - A3 Northway - A3 Central Way - A3 Lake Road - U1125 Eastway - B2 Silverwood Road - C706 Kiln Road - A76 Lough Road.

• A temporary speed limit of 50 mph will be imposed along the affected stretch, and overtaking will be prohibited.

Minister Kimmins emphasised the significance of the investment: "This is a very significant investment in our motorway network which demonstrates my commitment to improving our road infrastructure and will bring significant benefits for road users. I would like to thank the travelling public in advance for their cooperation while these much-needed works are complete and appeal for everyone to please slow down, be patient and abide by all temporary traffic management arrangements."

The Department for Infrastructure has programmed the work and traffic management arrangements to minimise inconvenience, however, some delays can be expected. Road users are advised to allow extra time for their journey and to follow the clearly signed alternative routes. Completion by 8 August 2025 is subject to favourable weather conditions, and the Department will keep the public informed of any changes.