Motorists have been warned to expect delays with a section of one of Scotland's major motorways to close as vital works to take place.
A series of overnight closures is planned on the M8 westbound carriageway as engineers continue a major refurbishment of a bridge that carries the B792 between Bathgate and Blackburn.
The first closure at between Junctions 3A and 4 is scheduled to begin tonight, with the westbound lanes shut between 8pm and 6am.
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Further overnight closures are expected between March 14 and March 22, also running from 8pm to 6am each night.
During these works, drivers will be diverted via a signed route from Junction 3A to Junction 4, using the A779, A7066 and A801. The detour is expected to add around 1.1 miles and five minutes to journeys.
BEAR Scotland said the closures are necessary to allow engineers to work safely beneath the structure.
David Bishop, BEAR Scotland’s South East Unit Bridges Manager, said: “This bridge over the M8 is being refurbished to ensure it can continue to provide safe and reliable service for decades to come.
“Works are now required below the bridge, therefore overnight carriageway closures are necessary for the safety of workers and road users.
“We thank road users in advance for their patience and understanding while our teams carry out these essential works.”
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