M62 - Your Local History
A lot of finds were uncovered during the archaeological evaluation carried out for the M62 Junction 6 Improvement scheme so we thought it would be nice to provide an interactive website so you can see what we found.
Better information for your journey
The National Traffic Control Centre collects real-time information on road conditions
Lane Hog!
John Stapleton looks into why people Lane Hog and what effects it has on the driver hogging the lane and other road users.
Educating tomorrow's drivers
See how we are driving through key messages about safety on our network for the drivers of tomorrow.
Meet the Ancestors
Find out about the history of roads and the work the Agency does to preserve archaeological remains.
See when traffic will be lightest
Our traffic forecaster can help get you there quicker
As You Travel
Check For Changing Travel Conditions
- Our variable message signs
- BBC and local radio travel news
- Our automated telephone line updates on 08700 660 115
- Our information points available at some motorway service areas.
Report Any Problems You See
- Highways Agency Information Line 08457 50 40 30.
And Remember
- Don’t travel too close to the vehicle in front
- Never use a hand-held mobile phone. And remember even using a hands-free mobile phone will distract you from driving
- Take regular breaks
- The hard shoulder is a dangerous place. It is illegal to use it except in an emergency. Never use it to answer the phone, go to the toilet or check a map
- If you do have an emergency follow the top five personal safety tips on the 'What To Do If You Break Down' page.
