An urgent warning has been issued ahead of an event at Braehead this weekend as Glasgow's M8 will be closed.

Colour Festival 2024 - which is a dance music festival - will take place at the Braehead Arena from 5pm on Saturday, August 3 until 4am on Sunday, August 4.

We previously reported how part of the motorway is set to be closed this weekend to allow major work to take place.

As part of the work, the motorway will be closed overnight in both directions.

The closure will be in place between Junction 19 (Anderston) and Junction 24 (Helen Street).

The section of the road will be shut from 6pm on Saturday, August 3 until 1pm on Sunday, August 4.

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Now, Amey has urged gig-goers to 'be aware' of the 'major bridge repairs' on the M8 motorway 'that will impact journeys to and from the venue' this weekend.

In a social media post, the firm has urged anyone attending the event to 'plan ahead'.

 

A spokesperson for Amey SW Trunk Roads said: "Attending Colour Festival 2024 at Braehead Arena?

"Be aware of major M8 bridge repairs that will impact your journey to and from the venue this weekend.

"Plan ahead."