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M60 Junction 18 Simister Island, where the M60, M62 and M66 meet, near Prestwich/Bury, Greater Manchester·Under wayTransport
M60/M62/M66 Simister Island interchange (M60 J18)
- StagePreparatory and enabling works under way (DCO approved 9 September 2025)
- Value£255 million to £296 million (National Highways cost band)
- Next milestoneMain construction; completion 2029/30
- Last checked1 November 2026
What has changed on this project, and when
- Stage: Preparatory and enabling works under way (DCO approved 9 September 2025)2 November 2026 · previously: Under construction
- Value: £255 million to £296 million (National Highways cost band)2 November 2026 · previously: £255-296 million (National Highways cost band)
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