Life should soon be quieter for people who live near part of the M62 between Bradford and Leeds.

A three mile stretch of the motorway from junction 26 to 27 is being resurfaced with a new low noise material.

The Highways Agency, which is carrying out the work, calculates that 90% of this stretch of this carriageway is within 500 metres of people's homes.

Alan Duckworth from the Highways Agency says: "This is a heavily used section of carriageway and a key commuter route.

Noise pollution

"The resurfacing operation will result in a much smoother journey for drivers.

"And the new quieter road surface will significantly reduce noise pollution from the motorway."

The work to replace the worn-out carriageway will take place at night when a 50mph speed limit will be in force.

The project is due to be completed on 20 October.