After an assessment of Baddington Bridge in Nantwich, a temporary 7.5 tonne structural weight limit was implemented until its capacity has been reinforced.   

Following a concerns raised by a number of residents in Nantwich, Connor Naismith MP has written to Cheshire East Council regarding the redirection of traffic from the South Cheshire bridge.  

Due to the number of farms in the surrounding area, many heavy goods vehicles and lorries were using the bridge, and as a result of the notice, have been redirected through residential areas, causing traffic and inconvenience for the local community. 

Mr Naismith received confirmation from Cheshire East Council Highways Team it is working with the owners of the bridge (Historic Railways Estate) to make it operational for HGVs as soon as possible.  

Cheshire East Council Highways Team is working with Historic Railways Estate to make it operational for HGVs 'as soon as possible' (Photo: CEC).

In response to residents' concerns, the council have also confirmed the diversion signage will be reviewed to ensure drivers are clear of the advised route to take.

Local haulage and bus companies have also been contacted to make sure they are clear which route to take.  

Connor Naismith MP said: "Until the bridge is fixed, we need to ensure redirected vehicles don't put additional strain on traffic in surrounding towns like Nantwich." 

"While we can't control adherence to suggested diversions, I encourage residents to get in touch with my office again if this issue continues." 

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