A4 – Great West Road – until 29 November 2025

Until Saturday 29 November, lane closures will be in place between Boston Manor Road and Ealing Road.

Bus route E2 will be diverted along the A4 due to vehicle restrictions at the Windmill Road junction. Journeys along this route may take longer than usual.

This to allow National Highways to carry out refurbishment work to the elevated section of the M4.

(taken from the TfL Website)

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