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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Drivers warned to ‘plan ahead' as major UK tunnel under £25million refurbishment to spark holiday hotspot delays
TUNNEL VISION Drivers warned to 'plan ahead' as major UK tunnel under £25million refurbishment to spark holiday hotspot delays Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CRUCIAL tunnel used by 38,000 drivers a day is set to undergo further disruption, with drivers urged to "plan ahead" to avoid delays. The road, used by many as a route to summer holiday destinations in Cornwall, has had fixed lanes implemented as new technology is installed as part of a year-long refurbishment. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The Saltash Tunnel in Cornwall will see further disruption as part of works that began in late 2024 Credit: Alamy The Saltash tunnel in Cornwall has had its usual tidal traffic system switched off and replaced with fixed lanes, in a change expected to impact journey times for travellers. The works comes as part of a £25 million refurbishment which began in late November 2024 and is set to continue until late 2025. Drivers have been warned to plan their route and allow extra time for their journeys, especially when going eastbound into Devon. Tunnel manager Julian Mitchell said the new traffic management system is in place for "safety reasons". He said: "We appreciate the tidal flow switch-off will have an impact on people's journey times, although our current monitoring, including the May bank holidays, suggests only slight delays. "In the meantime, we advise people to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys, especially those from Cornwall into Devon." National Highways said that the work was being done to address repeated technology faults with the traffic control system. The overhaul of this system was due to begin later in the summer, however, these faults have meant that the processes has been started early. These new fixed lanes are set to be in place for the duration of the tunnel's refurbishment. Moment fuming motorist loses the plot in GTA road rage smash National Highways said: "The tunnel has functioning safety systems and CCTV in place, and daytime traffic is now using two lanes westbound through the tunnel and on the Tamar Bridge and one eastbound lane through the tunnel and over the bridge with the cantilever link for local traffic and Tamar Tag holders." "As an additional safety measure, traffic signals have been installed at Tamar Bridge, the eastbound approach to the tunnel and the tunnel entrances. "These lights are not in day-to-day use but will enable National Highways to close lanes in the event of a breakdown or incident." It said during the overnight tunnel closures, traffic would continue to follow the standard B3271 and North Road diversion routes.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Drivers warned to ‘plan ahead' as major UK tunnel under £25million refurbishment to spark holiday hotspot delays
A CRUCIAL tunnel used by 38,000 drivers a day is set to undergo further disruption, with drivers urged to "plan ahead" to avoid delays. The road, used by many as a route to summer holiday destinations in Cornwall, has had fixed lanes implemented as new technology is installed as part of a year-long refurbishment. Advertisement 1 The Saltash Tunnel in Cornwall will see further disruption as part of works that began in late 2024 Credit: Alamy The Saltash tunnel in Cornwall has had its usual tidal traffic system switched off and replaced with fixed lanes, in a change expected to impact journey times for travellers. The works comes as part of a £25 million refurbishment which began in late November 2024 and is set to continue until late 2025. Drivers have been warned to plan their route and allow extra time for their journeys, especially when going eastbound into Tunnel manager Julian Mitchell said the new traffic management system is in place for "safety reasons". Advertisement Read more in Travel He said: "We appreciate the tidal flow switch-off will have an impact on people's journey times, although our current monitoring, including the May bank holidays, suggests only slight delays. "In the meantime, we advise people to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys, especially those from Cornwall into Devon." National Highways said that the work was being done to address repeated technology faults with the traffic control system. The overhaul of this system was due to begin later in the summer, however, these faults have meant that the processes has been started early. Advertisement Most read in Motors Latest These new fixed lanes are set to be in place for the duration of the tunnel's refurbishment. Moment fuming motorist loses the plot in GTA road rage smash National Highways said: "The tunnel has functioning safety systems and CCTV in place, and daytime traffic is now using two lanes westbound through the tunnel and on the Tamar Bridge and one eastbound lane through the tunnel and over the bridge with the cantilever link for local traffic and Tamar Tag holders." "As an additional safety measure, traffic signals have been installed at Tamar Bridge, the eastbound approach to the tunnel and the tunnel entrances. "These lights are not in day-to-day use but will enable National Highways to close lanes in the event of a breakdown or incident." Advertisement It said during the overnight tunnel closures, traffic would continue to follow the standard B3271 and North Road diversion routes.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Toll rises for Tamar Bridge and Torpoint ferry
The Secretary of State for Transport has approved increased charges for the Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry. Tolls will rise for all vehicles, with fares for cars and vans to go up from £2.60 to £3.00, and fares for Tamar Tag holders to rise from £1.30 to £1.50. The decision was reached after a public inquiry was held before an independent inspector on 15 October 2024 at The Copthorne Hotel, Armada Way, Plymouth. The Department for Transport said in a letter that the Secretary of State Heidi Alexander MP "is satisfied that the proposed toll revisions are justified". It added she agreed with the inspector's conclusions "that without a toll increase, the services would not be sustainable and that the proposed increases are necessary to ensure the continued operation of the crossings". It will still cost the same to use either the Tamar Bridge or the Torpoint Ferry except for solo motorcycles. Fares for these will rise from 50p to £1 on the Torpoint Ferry, but they will remain free on the Tamar Bridge. Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ Tamar tolls increase hearing finishes early Protesters march over toll increase plans
BBC News
25-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Tamar Bridge and Torpoint ferry toll increases approved
The Secretary of State for Transport has approved increased charges for the Tamar Bridge and Torpoint will rise for all vehicles, with fares for cars and vans to go up from £2.60 to £3.00, and fares for Tamar Tag holders to rise from £1.30 to £ decision was reached after a public inquiry was held before an independent inspector on 15 October 2024 at The Copthorne Hotel, Armada Way, Plymouth. The Department for Transport said in a letter that the Secretary of State Heidi Alexander MP "is satisfied that the proposed toll revisions are justified". It added she agreed with the inspector's conclusions "that without a toll increase, the services would not be sustainable and that the proposed increases are necessary to ensure the continued operation of the crossings".It will still cost the same to use either the Tamar Bridge or the Torpoint Ferry except for solo for these will rise from 50p to £1 on the Torpoint Ferry, but they will remain free on the Tamar Bridge.
Yahoo
09-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
MPs and Tamar Bridge bosses hope for locals' toll
MPs on both the Devon and Cornwall sides of the Tamar Bridge have agreed to push the government for a revised toll system, which would offer cheaper charges for local residents. In a joint statement, MPs Anna Gelderd, Fred Thomas and Luke Pollard said they would work alongside the chairs of the Tamar Crossings Joint Committee to get the legislation needed through. Martin Worth, co-chair of the joint committee, told the BBC they would be "working towards" getting the changes within the lifespan of the current government. He said: "This is not tomorrow, and I must stress that. This is primary legislation, this is to the level of a King's Speech." The joint committee is also awaiting a decision from the government on hiking the current charges from £2.60 to £3 for cars and vans and from £1.30 to £1.50 for electronic Tamar Tag holders. That proposed change by the cash-strapped bridge authority has led to protests by local people and firms who have to cross the bridge to do work and do business. The MPs and joint committee are calling for the difference between cash fares and the Tamar Tag, which is commonly used by local people and regular users, to be increased. It would mean that those with a Tamar Tag would benefit from cheaper tolls with tourists, visitors and irregular travellers paying more. Tamar Bridge and Torpoint Ferry tolls are payable by people travelling from Cornwall into Devon. There are no charges travelling the other way. Gelderd, Labour MP South East Cornwall, said: "For decades, local residents in South East Cornwall have unfairly shouldered the burden of Tamar Crossings tolls, and I stand with them in their opposition." Pollard, Labour MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport, said it was a "serious proposal that will safeguard income to run the bridge and the ferry, as well as saving local people money and giving them the lion's share of the benefits". Thomas, Labour MP for Plymouth Moor View, said the aim was to "deliver cheaper tolls for local people, securing the future of the crossings and giving our communities a fair deal". Follow BBC Cornwall on X, Facebook and Instagram. Follow BBC Devon on X, Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@ PM refuses to commit to scrapping Tamar tolls Tamar Bridge tolls petition given to government Council recommends Tamar Bridge toll hike Tamar Crossings
