Bridge shuts three times in two days due to overweight vehicles
The Menai Suspension Bridge in north Wales has closed three times in two days due to overweight vehicles, causing significant traffic disruptions. Local councils have apologized for the inconvenience and reminded drivers to adhere to weight limits. The ongoing structural repairs to the bridge are expected to continue until 2027, prompting discussions about the need for additional crossings.
- ▪The Menai Suspension Bridge has been restricted to vehicles under 7.5 tonnes since October 2022.
- ▪The bridge closed multiple times during the Urdd Eisteddfod, leading to long traffic delays.
- ▪Local leaders are advocating for a third bridge to improve connectivity between Anglesey and mainland Wales.
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Bridge shuts three times in two days due to overweight vehicles12 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEleri GriffithsBBC WalesBBCThe Menai Suspension Bridge links the north Wales mainland to AngleseyA bridge in north Wales has closed three times in about 24 hours after suspected overweight vehicles crossed it, causing traffic disruption.The Menai Suspension Bridge, which links mainland north Wales to Anglesey, has been restricted to vehicles under 7.5 tonnes since repair works began in October 2022.Closures on Tuesday and Wednesday triggered inspections and repeated shutdowns, reportedly causing long tailbacks during the Urdd Eisteddfod on Anglesey.Local councils apologised for the disruption and reminded drivers to follow the weight limits.
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