Live updates as Severn Bridge shut completely due to high winds

The Severn Bridge is currently closed in both directions due to unexpected strong winds. Traffic is currently being diverted via the Prince of Wales Bridge on the M4.

The road is closed between Junction 2, A466 Wye Valley Link Road in Chepstow, and Junction 1, A403 in Aust. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here

The delays come on the same day that a ban on vehicles weighing more than 7.5 tonnes came into force. The ban is expected to last 12 to 18 months after National Highways discovered the cables supporting the structure were deteriorating.

The change means many hauliers will now be forced to use the Prince of Wales Bridge instead.

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