MOTORISTS in north Hampshire can expect disruption tonight when a major road is closed in one direction due to roadworks.

The eastbound section of the M3 will be closed between junctions nine (at Winchester) and six (at Basingstoke) overnight.

The closures are from 9pm to 6am on Thursday November 19 and Friday November 20.

The eastbound entry slip road to the motorway at junction seven will also be closed from 9pm on Thursday November 19 to 6am on Friday November 20.