Live A470 and M4 updates as crash causes delays
There are reports of serious delays across the south Wales traffic network on Saturday, May 23, with a crash on the A470 and bank holiday related delays on the M4.
One lane is currently closed due to recovery work on A470 Northbound from A4058, Broadway Interchange, Pontypridd, to Navigation Park (AberCynon), no injuries have been reported.
To add to the chaos, several main roads are closed until around 7pm today in Cardiff city centre, and delays are to be expected due to the Investec Champions Cup Final. Roads between the Central Station and the Castle are those affected and congestion is already worsening on Castle Street and Duke Street.
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Wales Online
24-05-2025
- Wales Online
Live A470 and M4 updates as crash causes delays
There are reports of serious delays across the south Wales traffic network on Saturday, May 23, with a crash on the A470 and bank holiday related delays on the M4. One lane is currently closed due to recovery work on A470 Northbound from A4058, Broadway Interchange, Pontypridd, to Navigation Park (AberCynon), no injuries have been reported. To add to the chaos, several main roads are closed until around 7pm today in Cardiff city centre, and delays are to be expected due to the Investec Champions Cup Final. Roads between the Central Station and the Castle are those affected and congestion is already worsening on Castle Street and Duke Street. Live updates follow:
South Wales Argus
23-05-2025
- South Wales Argus
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The AA has issued an amber traffic warning, predicting millions of journeys each day. The roads are expected to be busy despite the mixed weather forecast for the long weekend. Two major games in Cardiff over the weekend are also expected to add to the congestion. Bath Rugby is taking on Lyon on Friday night at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff in the final of the 2024/25 EPCR Challenge Cup. There is expected to be heavy congestion on the M4. GWR has also advised rail passengers to expect busy trains. The firm is also warning of disruption on Saturday when Northampton Saints take on Union Bordeaux-Bègles in the Investec Champions Cup Final at the Principality. Rain is forecast for Bank Holiday Monday with mixed weather for the rest of the weekend. According to an AA survey, more than 20 million journeys are expected on Friday, May 3, with over 19 million each day from Saturday, May 4, to Monday, May 6. Half of these trips are set to be under 50 miles, indicating traffic will be concentrated around local destinations and attractions such as retail parks and town centres. Shaun Jones from the AA said: "Remember, the journey is just as important as the destination. "Let's make sure we all get there safely and enjoy the time with our loved ones." The AA advises drivers to plan their journeys in advance, stay updated with congestion and roadworks, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy before setting off. Mr Jones added: "By following these tips, we can all contribute to a safer and more pleasant travel experience during the bank holiday weekend." With the recent sun and warm weather, over seven million people plan to embark on trips to the coast, sporting events, and garden centres on Saturday, May 4, while 3.5 million indicated they intend to take a long weekend break away from home. However, the Met Office has warned of more unsettled conditions with rain or showers in many areas in the UK, ending the prolonged dry spell. Mark Sidaway, deputy chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "Whilst the bank holiday won't be a complete washout, with some sunshine expected, this weekend represents a notable shift from the fine and settled weather pattern that has dominated so far this month." The AA anticipates that routes to popular coastal destinations will be busier than usual, if the previous good weather continues. These include roads heading towards the east coast such as Skegness as well as the south west and Cornwall, including the A303, M5 and A38, and those leading to Wales such as the M4.
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Roads around Wales are set to be extra busy today, May 23, as families set off on bank holiday and half-term getaways. Traffic Wales has warned that traffic is set to increase by approximately 15% on the M4 near Cardiff. There are also set to be a number of major events held over the course of the next few days in the world of sport, music and Welsh culture. The EPCR Challenge Cup Final takes place at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Friday night at 8pm, followed by the Investec Champions Cup Final, also at the home of Welsh rugby, on Saturday, with a 2.45pm kick-off. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here Thousands will also descend on Old Park Farm in Margam from Friday to Sunday, for the three-day In It Together Festival, which is headlined by Kaiser Chiefs, Becky Hill and Ronan Keating. Also at Margam Country Park from May 26 until May 31 is the Eisteddfod yr Urdd. There is already heavy traffic building on major routes including 30 minutes delays on the M4 westbound around the Brynglas tunnels. Follow live traffic updates below.
