A major bridge in Scotland has been closed for roadworks leaving motorists driving for miles on diversion. Loading audio...

The Erskine Bridge, in Scotland , is currently undergoing resurfacing and joint replacement on the northbound side.

The £100,000 project is being carried out by Amey on behalf of Transport Scotland.

The works on the A898 bridge started at 8pm on Friday August 8 and was meant to wrap up on Monday August 11.

However, a "heavy rain" forecast has caused the works to be extended.

The diversion will force drivers to take a 17 mile diversion via the Clyde Tunnel.

The northbound carriageway on the Erskine Bridge will now be closed until 6am on Tuesday August 12.

⚠️ PLAN AHEAD ⚠️

❗ Essential resurfacing and joint replacements on the A898 Erskine Bridge northbound fr

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