Part of M8 near Glasgow to shut for whole weekend amid ongoing works

Motorists have bee warned to expect closures (stock pic) (Image: Google) This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A major junction near Glasgow is to be closed this weekend as vital maintenance work takes place. The viaduct linking the M8 with the St James Interchange near Paisley will shut from 8pm on Friday, August 21, until 6am on Monday, August 24. The closure will allow workers to replace the bridge expansion joint on the eastbound carriageway. The carriageway has already been shutting overnight since August 6, with a signed diversion in place. The works are being carried out by Amey on behalf of Transport Scotland as p