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A1 between junctions 65 (Birtley/Lamesley) and 67 (Coal House), Gateshead, Tyne and Wear·Under wayTransport

A1 Birtley to Coal House improvement scheme

  • StageUnder construction (new lanes open since December 2024; Allerdene Bridge repairs ongoing)
  • Next milestoneCompletion of Allerdene Bridge repairs and removal of remaining traffic management
  • Last checked1 November 2026
Source: National Highways →

What has changed on this project, and when

  • Next milestone: Completion of Allerdene Bridge repairs and removal of remaining traffic management2 November 2026 · previously: Completion of Allerdene Bridge weld repairs and removal of remaining traffic management
  • Stage: Under construction (new lanes open since December 2024; Allerdene Bridge repairs ongoing)2 November 2026 · previously: Under construction (mainline open Dec 2024; Allerdene Bridge remedial works ongoing)

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