Leeds: Disruption expected as gantry installed on M621

The structure will be used to display road signs above the M621 between junction 2 and 2a, National Highways says

Work to install a gantry on the M621 in Leeds is to begin on Monday, with drivers warned to expect disruption.

The structure, which will display road signs, will span the motorway in both directions, National Highways said.

The work at junction 2 near Elland Road is part of an ongoing scheme to improve the motorway in West Yorkshire.

National Highways said some closures would be in put in place while the work was carried out.

It said the work was expected to last 12 weeks and involved laying foundations for the structure, which will be located between junction 2 and 2a.

Project manager Sal Hopkinson said: "As these works are being carried out very close to Elland Road, we need to create a safe working area to protect both motorists and our workforce.

"This will involve some temporary lane and cycle lane closures, as well as some temporary full closures of Elland Road south for a short period of time."

National Highways added the work would be done "with the least possible disruption" but asked for people to allow extra time for journeys in the area.