Roadworks FINISHED as Black Friday delivery drivers hit the road
National Highways says "many people" will be buying online
In total, almost 400 miles of roadworks are being lifted across England tonight (28 November), either temporarily or due to roadworks being completed.
National Highways says it's going "the extra mile", to assist delivery drivers with orders from Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
It means around 98% of England's major A-roads and motorways will be free from construction from 8pm today, until 6am on Friday 3 December.
National Highways has also confirmed roadworks have been completed on the M1 near Leicester.
National Highways Customer Services Director, Melanie Clarke said: “We know that many people will be purchasing goods on both Black Friday and Cyber Monday and that’s why we’re doing our bit to help.
"We’ve worked hard to lift and complete as many roadworks as it’s safe to do so to help make journeys as smooth as possible.
"We’re asking drivers to be prepared as well. We know from experience that almost half of breakdowns can easily be avoided if motorists carry out simple vehicle checks before their journeys".