Tarbock Island roadworks to continue until January 2027

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 16:39 · Archive

Major roadworks at Tarbock Island roundabout near Liverpool will continue until January 2027, with motorway slip roads remaining closed.

Roadworks at Tarbock Island roundabout in Knowsley are set to continue until January 2027. The scheme began in March 2024 and aims to improve traffic flow at one of the region's busiest junctions, which connects Knowsley to Liverpool city centre and serves as a main access point to the M62.

Two motorway slip roads will remain closed until January 2027. The M57 southbound exit, which serves drivers from Prescot and Kirkby, will be diverted along the M57 to the Knowsley Expressway before returning to Tarbock Island. The M62 eastbound exit at junction six will be closed, with traffic from Liverpool diverted to junction seven and returning westbound.

Until 13 November, the eastern side of the roundabout will be closed overnight between 8pm and 5am for final resurfacing and finishing works. During the day, this section will operate with reduced lanes. The A5300 northbound exit slip road will remain open.

Knowsley Council has advised drivers to plan ahead and allow extra time for travel. The council expects the roundabout to fully reopen by mid-January 2027. Local businesses have reported disruption, with one trader saying customers were giving up trying to reach his premises because of the roadworks.

Tarbock Island roadworks to continue until January 2027 — Image: BBC Merseyside

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Tarbock Island road closures to last into JanuaryMotorway exit slips will are also closing overnight until 13 November as drivers face furthe disruption.BBC Merseyside · 27 Oct, 16:02
Tarbock Island Roadworks to cause disruption until January 2027Roadworks have been ongoing since May 2024Liverpool Echo · 27 Oct, 14:28

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