{"id":80566,"date":"2017-04-07T13:53:00","date_gmt":"2017-04-07T13:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/?guid=43c155152344fc072bf7a2beadfd1b1b"},"modified":"2017-04-07T13:53:00","modified_gmt":"2017-04-07T13:53:00","slug":"news-story-fuel-for-thought-as-motorists-head-off-on-easter-getaway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/?p=80566","title":{"rendered":"News story: Fuel for thought as motorists head off on Easter getaway"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"govspeak\">\n<p>Almost 98 per cent of motorways and strategic A roads will be roadworks-free over the bank holiday, meaning motorists and their passengers can enjoy journeys with as little disruption as possible.<\/p>\n<p>We are also reminding drivers to check their vehicles before they set off as it was revealed around 20 motorists break down every day because they have run out of fuel.<\/p>\n<p>Latest statistics show almost half of all breakdowns are caused by simple mechanical problems which could be avoided with simple checks. Nearly a quarter are caused by tyre problems.<\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IWS1e3QFeAk\">View our vehicle checks video<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Highways England Chief Executive, Jim O\u2019Sullivan said:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"last-child\">I want all drivers to arrive at their destinations safely.  We are removing almost all of our roadworks across the country to make people\u2019s journeys easier for people this Easter and we are urging drivers to make sure they are ready by checking their fuel, tyres, and lights. Anyone who runs out of fuel is putting themselves and other road users, including their own passengers at risk. With a few simple checks that risk can be overcome and everyone will be safer.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The government is investing \u00a315 billion to improve the strategic road network. The improvements will keep traffic moving even in the busiest periods, cutting congestion \u2013 and we are taking action to reduce delays over the bank holiday break. We are completing 190 and suspending 119 miles of roadworks by 6am on 13 April until 12.01am on 18 April to help people get away this Easter with as little disruption as possible.<\/p>\n<p>Schemes completed in time for the Easter getaway include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A556 \u2013 the \u00a3192m Knutsford to Bowdon dual carriageway linking junction 19 of the M6 to junction 7 of the M56 was completed on time and on budget after a 28 month build programme<\/li>\n<li>A590 \u2013 our \u00a31m project to realign and raise the carriageway at Lindal near Ulverston, removing a the long-running Lindal \u2018Dip\u2019 issue which led to carriageway closures during flooding was completed<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3191 million improvement scheme at Catthorpe Junction 19 of the M1 \u2013 which will revolutionise the journeys made by more than 142,000 vehicles through the area every day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And before they set off we are urging drivers to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>check fuel: make sure you have enough to get to your destination<\/li>\n<li>check tyres: before setting off on a long\/significant journey, check your tyre pressure and the condition of your tyres, including the spare; look out for cuts or wear and make sure the tyres have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm, which is the legal limit<\/li>\n<li>check engine oil: use your dipstick to check oil before any long journey, and top up if needed; take your car back to the garage if you\u2019re topping up more than usual<\/li>\n<li>check water: to ensure you have good visibility, always keep your screenwash topped up so you can clear debris or dirt off your windscreen<\/li>\n<li>check your lights: If your indicators, hazard lights, headlights, fog lights, reverse lights or brake lights are not functioning properly, you are putting yourself at risk; in addition, light malfunctions can be a reason for your vehicle to fail its MOT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can<a rel=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/open?id=1XcTHvhuM50xOwzVy67yLkklXkRg&amp;usp=sharing\"> view a map showing the locations of lifted and completed schemes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>By suspending or completing roadworks, more lanes will be open and many speed restrictions will be lifted.<br \/>\nThose wishing to find out more about driving on smart motorways can find further information on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/how-to-drive-on-a-smart-motorway\">smart motorways guidance page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers planning to use the Dartford Crossing are reminded to pay Dart Charge in advance or by midnight the day after crossing.<\/p>\n<p>More information can be found <a rel=\"external\" href=\"http:\/\/roads.highways.gov.uk\/\">on our website<\/a> or by calling our information line (0300 123 5000) to keep up to date with conditions on the roads.<\/p>\n<p>For more detailed information on how to carry out your vehicle checks, <a rel=\"external\" href=\"http:\/\/think.direct.gov.uk\/carchecks.html\">view the Think! website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"roadworks-lifted\">Roadworks lifted<\/h2>\n<p>A38 Glynn Valley (near Dobwalls)<br \/>\nSlope stabilisation<br \/>\n4.75mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M1 Jct 20 to 21 (near Leicester)<br \/>\nCarriageway resurfacing<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M69 M1 (Jct 21) to Jct1 (near Hinckley)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A1 Colsterworth to Barrowby (near Grantham)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n10mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A1 Harlaxton to Barrowby (near Grantham)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A1 Tinwell to Colsterworth (near Stamford)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n10mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A1 Elkesley (near Retford)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n4.25mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A1 Barrowby to Long Bennington (near Grantham)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A5 Gibbets Hill to Crick (near Rugby)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A5 Old Stratford to Tove Roundabout (near Towcester)<br \/>\nCarriageway resurfacing and drainage works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A14 Jct 3 to 10 (near Kettering)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n10mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A14 M1 (Jct 19) to Jct 1 (near Rugby)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A14 Jct 10 to13 (near Kettering)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n10mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A14 Jct 1 to 3 (near Market Harborough)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A38 Palm Court to Kingsway (near Derby)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n2.5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A38 Markeaton (near Derby)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n2.5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A43 Abthorpe (near Towcester)<br \/>\nCarriageway improvement<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A45 Billing to Wilby Way (near Northampton)<br \/>\nCarriageway repair works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A52 Bardills to Priory Roundabouts (near Nottingham)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A52 Radliffe on Trent (near Nottingham)<br \/>\nCarriageway improvement<br \/>\n1mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A52 Radliffe on Trent (near Nottingham)<br \/>\nCarriageway improvement<br \/>\n0.5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A453 Farnborough Road to Silverdale Roundabout (near Nottingham)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n0.5mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A5 Gledrid Roundabout (near Chirk)<br \/>\nWidening the carriageway on the approaches and exit of the roundabout<br \/>\n1mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M18 Jct 4 (near Doncaster)<br \/>\nBridge waterproofing<br \/>\n0.4mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M621 Jct 1 to 5 (near Leeds)<br \/>\nElectrical scheme<br \/>\n6.2mile(s) of roadworks lifted for Easter period.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"roadworks-completed\">Roadworks completed<\/h2>\n<p>M32 Jct 2 to 3 (near Bristol)<br \/>\nInstallation of bus only lane<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M4 Jct 16 (near Swindon)<br \/>\nStructures maintenance<br \/>\n0.65 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M23 Jct 9 to 8 (near Crawley)<br \/>\nThe scheme addresses verge cracking along the embankment crest. Works involve removal\/replacement of safety barrier, earthworks, ducting works and other maintenance activities.<br \/>\n7 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M20 Jct 4 to 10 (near Kent)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M2  Jct 1 to 7  (near Kent )<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M20 Jct 5 to 6 (near Maidstone, Kent)<br \/>\nResurfacing<br \/>\n3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A2 (near Dunkirk, Kent)<br \/>\nResurfacing<br \/>\n12 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A2 (near Gravesend)<br \/>\nResurfacing<br \/>\n4 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A13 Slip road closure, southbound (near Essex)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n0.16 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A1(M) Jct 3 to 4 (near Hertfordshire)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n1.59 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A282 Jct 31 to 1A (near Essex \/ Kent)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n2.11 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct10 anti-clockwise entry slip (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n0.23 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 10 anti-clockwise off slip (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n0.21 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 11 anti-clockwise entry slip (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n0.18 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 28 anticlockwise exit slip (near Essex)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n0.25 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct10 to 11 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n1.11 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 11 to 10 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n2.51 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 11 to 9 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n2.7 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 12 to 10 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nCarriageway &#8211; reconstruction\/repair<br \/>\n1.52 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M20 Jct 2 to 1 (near Kent)<br \/>\nCommunications<br \/>\n1.44 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M4 Jct 3 to 1 (near Hillingdon \/ Hounslow)<br \/>\nConstruction &#8211; improvement\/upgrading<br \/>\n6.29 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 4 to 3 (near Kent)<br \/>\nDrainage<br \/>\n0.99 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 4 to 3 (near Kent)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n0.57 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 16 to 15 (near S. Bucks)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n0.65 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 9 to 8 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n0.44 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M20 Jct 1 to 2 (near Kent)<br \/>\nHorticulture (cutting &amp; planting)<br \/>\n2.45 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A3 JA244 to JA245 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nInspection\/survey<br \/>\n0.65 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A3 southbound (on slip) at Esher Common Junction (near Surrey)<br \/>\nInspection\/survey<br \/>\n0.41 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A40 Denham Roundabout eastern quadrant (near Buckinghamshire)<br \/>\nInspection\/survey<br \/>\n0.06 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>A40 Denham Roundabout western quadrant (near Buckinghamshire)<br \/>\nInspection\/survey<br \/>\n0.65 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct10 to 9 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nInspection\/survey<br \/>\n0.42 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 15 to 16 (near S. Bucks)<br \/>\nSafety barrier\/fence Repairs<br \/>\n0.59 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 22 to 21A (near Hertfordshire)<br \/>\nSafety barrier\/fence Repairs<br \/>\n0.14 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M1 boundary to Jct 6 (near Hertfordshire)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.22 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 10 to 11 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n1.41 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 12 to 11 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n2.31 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 15 to 16 (near S. Bucks)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n1.51 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 15 to 16 (near S. Bucks)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n1.43 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 16 to 15 (near S. Bucks)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n2.42 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 17 to 16 (near S. Bucks)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n1.32 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 21 to 21A (near Hertfordshire)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.78 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 21 to 22 (near Hertfordshire)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n1.59 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period.<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 6 to 5 (near Kent)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n2.91 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M25 Jct 11 exit slip.(clockwise) (near Surrey)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.2 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M3 Jct 1 to 2 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.6 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M3 Jct 3 to 2 (near Surrey)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.68 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M3 west to M25 anti-clockwise link road (near Surrey)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.27 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M4 Jct 3 to 2 (near Hounslow)<br \/>\nSigns &#8211; maintenance<br \/>\n0.62 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A282 Dartford east tunnel (near Kent)<br \/>\nStructure &#8211; new\/reconstruction<br \/>\n0.33 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A282 Dartford east tunnel (near Kent)<br \/>\nTunnel maintenance<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A282 Dartford west tunnel (near Kent)<br \/>\nTunnel maintenance<br \/>\n0.97 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A120 Jct 29 (near Hare Green)<br \/>\nCentral reserve vehicle restraint system replacement<br \/>\n2.3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A120 Jct 29 (near Hare Green)<br \/>\nCentral reserve vehicle restraint system replacement<br \/>\n2.3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M1 Jct 21 to 21a (near Leicester)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M1 Jct 26 (near Nottingham)<br \/>\nElectrical works<br \/>\n0.75 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M1 Jct 28 to 27 (near Sutton-in-Ashfield)<br \/>\nSign repairs<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M1 Jct 26 (near Nottingham)<br \/>\nSign repairs<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Blyth (near Retford)<br \/>\nBridge repairs<br \/>\n2.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Little Ponton (near Grantham)<br \/>\nSurveys<br \/>\n1.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Barrowby-Newark on Trent (near Newark On Trent)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Tickencote to Little Ponton (near Melton Mowbray)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Newark on Trent to Tuxford (near Newark On Trent)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Apleyhead to Blyth (near Retford)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Wothorpe to Tinwell (near Stamford)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n1.25 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A5 Hinckley to Nuneaton (near Hinckley)<br \/>\nSurveys<br \/>\n0.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A5 Litchborough (near Daventry)<br \/>\nDrainage works<br \/>\n1.25 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A5 Towcester (near Towcester)<br \/>\nCarriageway improvement works<br \/>\n1.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A5 Weedon to Kilsby (near Daventry)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n2.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A14 Jct 7 to13 (near Kettering)<br \/>\nCommunication works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A14 M1 (Jct 19) to Jct 1 (near Rugby)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A14 Jct 1 to 3 (near Market Harborough)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n1.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A45 Wellingborough (near Wellingborough)<br \/>\nRoad marking<br \/>\n0.25 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A46 Cossington to Six Hills (near Loughborough)<br \/>\nHorticultural works<br \/>\n5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M6 Jct 37 to 38 (near Tebay)<br \/>\n Parapet connection and barrier upgrade<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A66 (near Embleton)<br \/>\nContraflow<br \/>\n2.7 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A66 (near Thornthwaite)<br \/>\nTraffic signals<br \/>\n1.4 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A66 (near Thornthwaite)<br \/>\nFull closure<br \/>\n1.4 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A585 (near Thorton)<br \/>\nTraffic signals<br \/>\n1 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1 Jct 73 (near Newcastle upon Tyne)<br \/>\nElectrical work<br \/>\n0.3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M18 Jct 5 to J6 (near Doncaster)<br \/>\nBarrier renewal<br \/>\n0.6 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A1T Ferrybridge to Barnsdale Bar (near Pontefract\/Doncaster)<br \/>\nResurfacing works<br \/>\n13.7 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A64 Scampston (near Malton)<br \/>\nBarrier renewal<br \/>\n0.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A64 Rillington (near Malton)<br \/>\nFootway improvements<br \/>\n6.2 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A64 Hopgrove to Stockton (near York)<br \/>\nResurfacing works<br \/>\n4.3 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M18 Jct 1 to 2 (near Doncaster)<br \/>\nCarriageway repairs<br \/>\n6.4 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A19 northbound &amp; southbound A684 Osmotherley (near Northallerton)<br \/>\nConstruction of central reserve crossover to facilitate contaflow system<br \/>\n0.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>M5 J4a to J5 (Phase 1) (near Droitwich)<br \/>\nConstructing the infrastructure for Smart Motorways (ALR)<br \/>\n4.8 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<p>A180 &amp; A160 Brocklesby Interchange (near Immingham)<br \/>\nCarriageway improvement works<br \/>\n3.5 mile(s) of roadworks completed for Easter period<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highways England is lifting more than 300 miles of roadworks for Easter getaway to improve holiday journeys for millions of motorists and passengers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80566"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=80566"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80566\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":80577,"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80566\/revisions\/80577"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=80566"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=80566"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mostafa.openonline.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=80566"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}