M4 Prince Of Wales Bridge closed due to 'defect' with drivers warned of diversions

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Drivers on the M4 are being warned of possible delays this morning after the Prince of Wales bridge was closed.

National Highways said in a new update: “The #M4 #PrinceofWalesBridge is closed eastbound due to an infrastructure defect.

“Our area team crews are on scene and working to repair the defect and re-open the bridge as soon as it's safe to do so. Traffic is being diverted via the #M48 #SevernBridge.”

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There is currently no indication as to when the bridge will re-open. Traffic Wales South added: “#M4 eastbound Prince of Wales Bridge. The bridge will now be closed eastbound for an emergency pothole repair. Please use the #M48 as a diversion.”

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