BEAR Scotland are set to launch a series of road improvement and drainage infrastructure works on the M876 at Junction 1.

Transport Scotland's operating company will launch the overnight works over five nights beginning on Monday 7 March.

For the safety of workers and road users during these works, the Junction 1 westbound on-slip and lane one of the M876 westbound will be closed from 19:30 until 06:00 each night from Monday 7 March to Friday 11 March.

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A diversion route for traffic wishing to join the M876 westbound will be signposted via the A883 and A803 to M80 Junction 7, adding an estimated 5 minutes and 2.7 miles to affected journeys.

Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times. Access for local residents through Larbert Road and the A8004 will remain open.

Consultation has been carried out with emergency services and relevant stakeholders to share information about the project in advance.

Tommy Deans, BEAR Scotland's South East Network Manager, said: "These drainage improvements will improve safety for motorists on this section of the M876.

"Road closures are essential for safety, however we've planned the works to take place overnight to minimise disruption."