UK Highways A55 Ltd says that it has had to drop a ‘tidal flow’ traffic system over the Menai Suspension Bridge due to abuse from drivers. The bridge over the Menai Strait has faced years of disruption after faults were first found back in 2022.

It has meant multi-million pound repairs to the structure with work now due to continue until 2027. This has led to various travel restrictions – from full closures to two way traffic lights, says North Wales Live.

During recent work they had a tidal flow system where one-way traffic went off the island in the morning before switching in the afternoon to be one-way coming back on to Anglesey. The idea is to allow the free flow of traffic in the direction of the most commuter travel. However, this was replaced by two-way traffic lights after abuse aimed at workers managing the traffic system. 

Janet Finch-Saunders, Senedd Member for Aberconwy, said that while she understood the frustration of drivers facing delays this abuse was “unacceptable”.

A spokesperson for UK Highways A55 Ltd said:

“The safety and wellbeing of our staff and sub-contractors is our utmost priority. The changes we implemented to traffic management were taken following abuse directed at operatives working on the Menai Suspension Bridge. The new measures reduce the risk of such abuse taking place. We regret that this action was necessary, however we thank the vast majority of road users for their continued patience and cooperation.”

Janet Finch-Saunders said:

“There is absolutely no excuse for abuse directed at workers who are simply doing their jobs. Everyone deserves to feel safe at work, and this behaviour is completely unacceptable. While I understand the frustrations that traffic disruption can cause, it is important that these essential works are carried out safely and efficiently.

“I would urge everyone to show respect to those on site as this project continues.”

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