First published Oct 13, 2026, 11:38:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 13, 2026, 11:38:15 PM UTC

Utility works road disruption — [A3214] BUCKINGHAM PALACE ROAD (SW1E ,SW1V ,SW1W ) (Westminster)

Reported by Transport for London Road Disruptions

The source reports a southbound road closure on Buckingham Palace Road for Thames Water works, from 23:01 UTC on October 13 until 04:00 UTC on October 14, 2026. Drivers are advised to use another route; diverted traffic is reported to be flowing well.

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Affected location: Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster

Illustrative image: Roadworks taking place around the junction at Victoria Street close to Victoria Station, Westminster (borough) , London in March 2012. — Editor5807/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0

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The closure requires drivers on the affected road to use another route during the stated works period.

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