DRIVERS and local residents have been reminded of the latest in a series of weekend and overnight closures needed so the next phase of the project can be completed safely.

This weekend's closure is from 9pm on Friday, 13 March until 5am on Monday, 16 March. The road will be closed between the A128 junction (Orsett Cock roundabout) and the A1014 junction (Stanford-le-Hope) with a diversion via the A1013 Stanford Road.

Horndon Bridge will stay open for most of the weekend but there will be a short period on Saturday morning when it can't be used while a new structure is being lifted into position.

Delays are expected and all non-local traffic is urged to avoid the A13 and use alternative routes such as the A130, A127 and M25.