HGVs to be banned from historic bridge and face diversions as 120-year-old structure deemed unsafe

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HGVs to be banned from historic bridge and face diversions as 120-year-old structure deemed unsafe.

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Drivers have been warned of new travel restrictions across one of central London's busiest river crossings after safety concerns forced action.Vehicles weighing more than 18 tonnes will be banned from using Vauxhall Bridge from July 1 after inspectors found parts of the structure had deteriorated.Transport for London explained that the move was needed to protect the bridge and keep it open while long-term repairs are planned.

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The 120-year-old bridge carries around 39,500 vehicles every day, making it a key route across the capital, with around 200 heavy vehicles a day now forced to take diversion routes.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say However, buses and emergency vehicles will still be allowed to use the crossing and no bus routes are expected to change.

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The restrictions come just months after nearby Albert Bridge was closed to motor traffic when cracks were discovered.

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