First published Oct 30, 2026, 11:14:17 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 11:14:17 PM UTC

TfL works road disruption — [A12] BLACKWALL TUNNEL NORTHERN APPROACH (E14 ,E3 ) (Tower Hamlets)

Reported by Transport for London Road Disruptions

The road is closed for urgent carriageway repairs between Devas Street and Abbott Road. Drivers are advised to use an alternative route; traffic is slow on approach and delays are expected.

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Affected location: Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach, Tower Hamlets

Illustrative image: Blackwall Tunnel Northern Approach, Bromley-by-Bow — Chris Whippet/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

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The closure and delays affect people using this road approach during the reported works.

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