Four sets of roadworks on the A1 in Northumberland

But motorists will be able to take some solace in the fact that all of them are only expected to cause slight delays, of under 10 minutes.

The latest expected works list, with notes from National Highways:

• A1, from 8pm October 1 to 6am November 25, slight delays (under 10 minutes): A1 northbound and southbound, Felton to Newton on the Moor, Contraflow, lane closures, 24 hour layby closures and 24 hour speed restrictions for resurfacing works.

• A1, from 9am November 7 to 4pm November 18, slight delays (under 10 minutes): A1 northbound and southbound, West Mains to Scremerston, Stop and Go for drainage works.

• A1, from 8pm November 9 to 6am November 15, slight delays (under 10 minutes): A1 northbound and southbound, Seven-mile bridge to Stannington, Lane closure for drainage works.

• A1, from 8pm November 21 to 6am November 23, slight delays (under 10 minutes): A1 northbound and southbound, Scremerston interchange, traffic signals for inspection works.

National Highways is responsible for maintaining motorways and major A-roads, so closures of smaller roads will not be included in their schedule.