THE final stage of upgrading work will see the the M48 Severn Bridge closed all weekend, and drivers are being urged to plan ahead.

It is the second full weekend closure for work to return the motorway to a 70mph route following the removal of the tolls last December.

The work includes constructing a central reservation, installing kerbs, gullies and signage as well as safety fencing and barriers, resurfacing and road marking.

The crossing will be closed from 6am on Saturday (June 22) to 6am on Monday (June 24).

Motorists should use the M4 Second Severn Crossing.