Are you using the M74 or M8 this morning? Major traffic update here
The M74 northbound at Junction 3A, Daldowie, and the M77/M8 merge at Junction 22, Kinning Park, are particularly congested, with delays of up to 20 minutes reported.
Traffic Scotland has warned that motorists are currently facing delays of 17 minutes.
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NEW ❗⌚ 08:38 🛣️ Glasgow City Traffic - #M74 #M77 Due to a high volume of traffic on the M74 northbound at Junction 3a Daldowie and the M77/M8 merge at Junction 22 Kinning park, the carriageway is experiencing delays of approx. 17 mins. #TakeCare on approach.@SWTrunkRoads pic.twitter.com/T6BbNcXLUT
— Traffic Scotland (@trafficscotland) June 4, 2025
They said: 'Due to a high volume of traffic on the M74 northbound at Junction 3A Daldowie and the M77/M8 merge at Junction 22 Kinning Park, the carriageway is experiencing delays of approximately 17 minutes.'
Drivers are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys.
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