A14 Orwell Bridge temporary speed limit to continue

A spokesman for National Highways said: “The central barrier is scheduled for repair on 15 June, and this is expected to take around seven days.

“Once the work is complete, the temporary speed restriction… is expected to be lifted.

“Due to the complexity of the repair, specialist parts were needed which has meant the temporary speed restriction has remained in place for a number of weeks.

“This has been for the safety of those using the bridge and we appreciate road users’ patience while this issue is resolved.”

The Orwell Bridge – between junctions 56 and 57 of the A14 – is a major link for lorries carrying containers between the Port of Felixstowe and the Midlands, and carries 60,000 vehicles a day.