The flyover was fully closed on July 23 to be rebuilt, but Transport for London (TfL) revealed in late August that the project was no longer expected to be finished in September due to “unforeseeable” factors such as ground conditions.
With no new finish date set and no further details, TfL says it is considering options to help traffic flow around the junction.
The Recorder approached TfL for comment after reports of potential plans for a phased, incremental reopening of Gallows Corner.
A spokesperson said: “We are exploring options to make it easier for drivers and buses to move through the area, and support local businesses.
“We hope to issue further details on our programme in the next few weeks.”
Progress at the flyover reconstruction site was pictured on October 14, with aerial images revealing a new part of the structure had been erected.
Julia Lopez, MP for Hornchurch and Upminster, has claimed that TfL will inform her of a new expected completion date by the end of the month.
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Road users have faced diversions and delays since July 23, when the road and surrounding key routes were closed so the ageing flyover could be replaced.
The flyover was first proposed in the 1960s. The current structure – intended to last only 15 years – was not completed until March 26, 1970.
TfL is now building the new flyover, with the initial deadline for completion estimated in September scrapped.
