ANGRY ISLAND COUNCILLORS CALL FOR ACTION OVER STRAIT CROSSING ISSUES

IT'S SCANDALOUS ...WE MUST HAVE ANOTHER BRIDGE

- By DALE SPRIDGEON Local Democracy Reporter

ANGLESEY councillors said they were "united" in their frustration over the Menai bridge crossing issues with some demanding action be taken on a third crossing. One councillor described the recent closure of the 200-year-old bridge as "scandalous".

The comments were made during a meeting where councillors pleaded with the Welsh Government to communicate better over Menai bridge closures.

The suspension bridge was closed suddenly earlier this month following the discovery of corroded bolts. It was reopened on Friday, October 24, in time for the Menai Bridge fair.

The Welsh Government said work on a permanent solution would come in the coming weeks with Phase 2 of an ongoing programme of work and further updates provided soon.

The recent closure had plunged locals into traffic misery with diversions across the 175-year-old Britannia Bridge as it struggled to cope with the extra flow. It also reignited concerns over what would happen if the Britannia Bridge should close due to high winds at the same time.

A notice of motion penned before the reopening was presented by Annibynwyr Môn councillors, and noted that the "closure took effect without prior consultation or notification with the county council".

Presenting it, Talybolion Cllr Ken Hughes said the situation had moved on, and the group supported an amendment, proposed by Plaid Cymru Aethwy Cllr Sonia Williams.