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National Highways have confirmed that the westbound carriageway of the Orwell Bridge will face full overnight closures next week as repair works begin, according to Ipswich MP Jack Abbott.
Why it matters: These closures will significantly impact night-time travel in and around Ipswich, but aim to resolve the ongoing lane closure that has caused widespread disruption.
Key details:
Repair works start Friday and continue into next week
Full westbound closures on Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 September, 21:00-05:00
Road scheduled to fully reopen 05:00 Thursday 19 September
The big picture: The update follows calls from local business leadersand residents for clarity on the timeline of repairs after a lane closure was implemented due to a potential defect found during a routine inspection.
What they're saying: "Works are programmed to commence on Friday for this complex operation and will continue into next week," Abbott stated, relaying information from National Highways.
Why overnight closures: Abbott explained, "For safety reasons there will be two overnight full closures of the westbound carriageway."
What's next: Drivers should plan alternative routes for night-time travel on the affected days and watch for further updates on the progress of repairs.
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