Press release

A13 closure extended overnight for emergency repair

The planned closure on the eastbound A13 closure will be extended tonight (Tuesday 22 September) from Wennington to North Stifford, rather than between junction 30 of M25 to North Stifford as previously advertised.

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The closure will take place between 10pm and 5.30am for emergency repairs to the safety barrier following an incident this morning.

A clearly signed diversion will be in place via the A1306, West Thurrock Arterial Road and the A1012.

The previously planned closure between junction 30 of the M25 to North Stifford will be in place overnight, between 10pm and 5.30am, for the rest of the week.

General enquiries

Members of the public should contact the Highways England customer contact centre on 0300 123 5000.

Media enquiries

Journalists should contact the Highways England press office on 0844 693 1448 and use the menu to speak to the most appropriate press officer.

Published 22 September 2015