Prince of Wales Bridge reopens after lighting columns replacement
National Highways has successfully removed 35 faulty lighting columns on the Prince of Wales bridge (M4 J23-J22) and have reopened the bridge in both directions. The emergency works saw the agency temporarily switch off lighting on the bridge and a 40mph advisory speed limit was in place on the bridge during the hours of darkness. […]
Severn Bridge closure ‘devastating’ for hauliers
The haulage industry says that a decision to ban heavy goods vehicles from the M48 Severn Bridge could be “devastating” for their businesses. The ban will come into force for at least 18 months from 27 May after National Highways discovered the cables supporting the structure are deteriorating. A director of an Avonmouth-based haulage company warned the […]
Travel expert warns M4 closures could impact millions
A travel expert has warned that a trio of closures to two key routes between Wales and England this month could cause major disruption. The Prince of Wales Bridge on the M4 westbound is set to be closed for three periods during July, namely Monday 8, Tuesday 9, and Saturday, July 20. It will also be closed eastbound […]