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BBC News
01-07-2025
- General
- BBC News
Buckbarrow Bridge in Cumbria to open two years after road closure
Construction has begun on a new bridge, almost two years after its predecessor was closed over fears it could Bridge on Corney Fell in Wasdale, Cumbria, was closed in August 2023 and demolished the following Council previously said the demolition was complex due to the discovery of coal tar in the bridge and because the area was frequented by nesting Construction has been contracted to build the bridge, which is expected to open in late September. Buckbarrow Bridge connects Duddon Bridge and Corney Village via Corney Fell the closure, drivers have been required to follow a diversion along the A595 from Waberthwaite to Duddon council said the project had made "steady progress" over recent months with "final designs completed, necessary surveys and investigations carried out, consent applications submitted, and materials ordered in preparation for the works".It said the road closure would remain in place during the work and no access would be available for vehicles, pedestrians or cyclists."This closure is in place for the safety of everyone involved, including members of the public and those carrying out the works," the council said. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Major family-owned construction firm to change hands after 57 years
CARLISLE construction firm Cubby Construction is set to change hands after being under ownership of the Cubby family since its foundation in 1968. Cubby Construction had worked on many of Carlisle's major infrastructure projects. In late 2024, it emerged that Cubby had moved away from its contract on the Carlisle Southern Link Road project. Director Tommy Cubby told the News & Star that financial issues with working on and subsequently leaving the project led to an agreement with investment and acquisition company Svella Plc. He said that the damage to the Sands Centre roof, another Cubby project, during Storm Eowyn in early 2025 'compounded' the temporary woes. Negotiations with Svella now seem to be nearing a conclusion after the company issued a statement. A Svella Plc spokesperson said: "Svella Plc is pleased to confirm that, following agreement by all parties, it is targeting completion of the solvent acquisition of Cubby Construction Limited by the end of June. "This development represents a highly positive outcome for customers, employees and suppliers alike. "The acquisition will ensure continuity of operations for Cubby Construction and provide the investment necessary to support the long-term growth and success of the business." It is understood Cubby employs more than 200 members of staff.
