Drivers are being reminded to allow extra time for their journeys as a busy motorway junction closes for carriageway works.

Junction 1 of the M20, also known as the Swanley Interchange, will be closed this weekend for safety improvements.

More than 350 metres of upgraded central reservation safety barrier is due to be fitted close to its connection with junction three of the M25.

It’s hoped the new improved barrier will keep the road safe for motorists and require less maintenance in the future.

To allow the work to be carried out safely, the motorway will be closed in both directions at junction 1 between the slip roads from 10pm on Friday, December 6 until 5.30am on Monday, December 9.

Amelia Yeodal, National Highways Programme Development Manager, said: “Our work here will improve safety for those using this section of the M20.

“We carefully plan all our work to keep disruption to a minimum.

“Completing this safety upgrade over the weekend – when traffic levels are lower – is the most effective way to do that.

“We appreciate people’s understanding and patience while we do this and would just remind road users to allow extra time to complete their journeys if they are travelling in this area.”