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The Latest Breaking News from M74

The story behind the 150-year-old famous phallic tree formation being cut down

FELLING has started on a famous phallic-shaped woods near the M74 in Scotland ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 7

Felling begins on famous phallic tree formation near M74

Felling has started on a famous T-shaped tree formation near the M74.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 6

Fatal crash on Scottish motorway triggers police appeal

POLICE are appealing for information after a fatal crash on the M74.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 11

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Travel chaos as lorries overturn during Storm Bram

Traffic services said the adverse conditions are expected to continue on Wednesday

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025

Lorries overturn in high winds as Storm Bram travel disruption continues

Lanes of the M74 were closed for a period on Wednesday morning when a number of HGVs overturned.

Evening Standard · Dec 10, 2025

Parts of M8, M77 and M74 motorways to be closed for almost two weeks

PARTS of Glasgow's M8, M77, and M74 motorways are set to be closed for almost two weeks...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 11, 2024

Drivers warned of 'extreme' delays on major motorway due to crash

DRIVERS on a major Scottish motorway have been warned of “extreme” delays as a rush-hour crash has closed part of the M74.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 4, 2024

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Drugs worth half a million recovered as car stopped on M74

DRUGS worth half a million pounds were found when a car was stopped on the motorway...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 16, 2024

Three hospitalised following five-car crash on M74

THREE people were taken to hospital after a five-car crash on a Scottish motorway.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 25, 2023

SSPCA hit out after cats abandoned on busy motorway

The Scottish SPCA is appealing for information after two cats were found abandoned beside a slip road on the M74.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 30, 2023

Drivers advised of closures on M74 in Lanarkshire for four consecutive nights

They will be between Junction 3A Daldowie and the approaches to Junction 6 Hamilton/Motherwell

Daily Record · Jul 12, 2023

The scenic farm shop and restaurant not far from Glasgow with epic wagyu steaks

The country café and farm shop which lies just off the M74 at Blantyre has been described as a "hidden gem" that is "worth the diversion" for its incredible wagyu steaks.

Glasgow Live · Jun 28, 2023

Hero Lanarkshire dad saves bus full of passengers when driver passes out on M74 doing 70mph

Quick thinking Alex Brewster was one of 51 passengers travelling south to see Pink in concert when the bus started to swerve across lanes on the busy motorway with the driver slumped at the wheel.

Glasgow Live · Jun 14, 2023

Tributes pour in for 'one in a million' Glasgow dad after tragic death

Ben Miller, 39, tragically died after being struck by a lorry on the M74 in Glasgow on June 3. Devastated friends describe the doting dad as "caring" and "kind-hearted".

Glasgow Live · Jun 9, 2023

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Glasgow Live · Jun 8, 2023

Family 'deeply shocked' after Glasgow man's death in M74 lorry crash horror

Ben Miller was just 39 years old when he was hit on the motorway near the on-ramp from Polmadie, his family say he leaves behind many loving relatives and friends.

Daily Record · Jun 8, 2023

First picture of Glasgow man who died after being hit by lorry on M74 as family pay tribute

Ben Miller, from Glasgow, passed away after being hit by the truck near the M74 on-ramp at junction 1A in the city's Polmadie at around 11.35pm on Saturday, June 3.

Daily Record · Jun 4, 2023

Man dies after being hit by truck on Scots motorway

The 39-year-old pedestrian was struck by red Scania HGV on the M74 near the on-ramp from Polmadie, Junction 1A, at roughly 11.35pm on Saturday, June 3.

Glasgow Live · May 20, 2023

Glasgow south side residents urged to have say on urban park under M74 before survey closes

The Devon Street Urban Park aims to transform an unused area of land under the canopy of the motorway and planners are asking for local residents to have their say.

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Daily Record · May 18, 2023

Lanarkshire motorists warned ahead of roadworks on M74 near Hamilton

Amey are undertaking snagging works on the bridge joints of the M74 northbound at Junction 6 from Monday, May 29, until Wednesday, May 31.

Glasgow Live · Apr 23, 2023

Glasgow police dog sniffs out heroin and cocaine worth £10,000 after vehicle stopped on M74

A Glasgow police dog has sniffed out drugs with a potential value of £10,000 after cops stopped a vehicle on the M74 heading northbound, which was in possession of heroin and cocaine.

Daily Record · Apr 23, 2023

Lamb found in car with 'drugs worth £10,000' on Scots motorway

Police Dog Billy was 'instrumental' in the find of heroin and cocaine along the M74 on Saturday as cops confirmed three people have been arrested and charged.

Daily Record · Apr 4, 2023

Dumfriesshire road safety campaigners step up improvement bid after two more accidents

Locals are calling on the council to improve the state of the B740 connecting Upper Nithsdale to the M74

Glasgow Live · Apr 3, 2023

Glasgow urban park under M74 has 'amazing potential' as public urged to have their say

The ambitious plan aims to transform an unused area of land under the canopy of the M74 motorway into an urban park with opportunities for skateboarders, BMX riders and skaters among others.

Glasgow Live · Mar 8, 2023

Lorry bursts into flames on M74 as Glasgow motorists warned of delays

Police are believed to be en-route to the M74 where a lorry has gone up in flames this morning. A lane on the M74 is likely to be closed and motorists have been warned.

Daily Record · Jan 12, 2023

Multi-car crash on M74 as drivers face major tailbacks

Emergency services raced to junction 3A southbound, at Uddingston, after the alarm was raised at around 7.35am on Thursday.

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