No Traffic Chaos as Severn Bridge Weight Limit Begins but Concerns Remain

No traffic chaos as Severn Bridge weight limit begins but concerns remain

The introduction of the Severn Bridge 7.5 tonnes weight limit has not led to gridlock in Chepstow... yet.

Major bridge used by over 30,000 drivers a day faces restrictions from TODAY

THE ban on HGVs travelling across the M48 Severn Bridge is set to spark mass congestion on the roads as a result. From today, vehicles weighing more than 7.5 tonnes will be blocked from using the famous bridge over safety fears. GettyHGVs over 7.5 tonnes will be blocked from crossing the Severn Bridge which connects Wales and England via the M48[/caption] National Highways made the decision after the cables that support the bridge are deteriorat…

Major change to Severn Bridge begins today

A ban which stops any vehicles weighing more than 7.5 tonnes using the bridge comes into force