Police urge drivers on M5 in Worcestershire to take "extra care" over Jubilee bank holiday
There is currently a temporary 50mph speed limit in place between junctions 6 and 7
With extra traffic expected to take to the roads over the Jubilee bank holiday, West Mercia Police is reminding all motorists travelling along the M5 to take extra care.
Roadworks are currently taking place between junctions 6 and 7 in Worcestershire, and drivers are being asked to observe the temporary 50mph speed limit which is being enforced by average speed cameras.
Work is underway as part of a £15 million safety upgrade to the central reservation with a new concrete barrier being installed by National Highways.
The new barrier will run for 4.5 miles and will replace the existing steel restraint which has been in place for more than 20 years.
Superintendent Steph Brighton, West Mercia Police, comments: "Speed enforcement on this stretch of the M5 is necessary while roadworks are taking place.
"Our main concern and the reason why we are undertaking enforcement is to ensure that both motorists and road workers are kept safe.
"Enforcement is taking place 24 hours a day by average speed cameras. We are therefore urging all motorists to exercise caution as they travel through the area and comply with the speed limit, which is clearly marked."
The roadworks are expected to be complete by Spring 2023.