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A556 Roadworks

Lane closures, overnight works and planned schemes on the A556, straight from the National Highways feed.

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Severe Northbound Starting soon
The A556 northbound between junctions with the A50 and M56
🔨 Roadworks
🚦 1 of 2 lanes closed ✅ The event is expected to clear between 06:00 and 06:00 on 24 October 2026
Severe Northbound Starting soon
The A556 northbound at the junction with the M56
🔨 Roadworks
🚦 1 of 2 lanes closed ✅ The event is expected to clear between 06:00 and 06:00 on 20 October 2026
Moderate Northbound Starting soon 🌙 tomorrow night
A556 Northbound to M56 Eastbound link road closure
Overall Scheme Details: M56 both directions J9 to J6 - M6 southbound jct 20 carriageway closure for carriageway - reconstruction/renewal on behalf of National Highways
✅ until 06:00 Sat 17 Oct

❓ A556 roadworks — Frequently Asked Questions

Are there roadworks on the A556 right now?

No roadworks are currently running on the A556 according to National Highways.

Is the A556 closed tonight?

3 closures are scheduled on the A556 in the next 72 hours. Each one is listed above with its window and diversion.

When are A556 roadworks usually carried out?

Most National Highways lane closures on the A556 run overnight and are lifted before the morning peak (07:00–09:00). Full carriageway closures are usually weekend nights, with a signed diversion.

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Roadworks change at short notice. Always follow signs and signals on the road.

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