Government
‘No plans’ to reintroduce tolls on Severn crossings
The UK Government said it has “no plans” to reintroduce tolls or charges on the Severn Crossings, after a suggestion a congestion charge was being considered for the two bridges.
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Motoring
Scrap variable speed limit on M4 around Newport, transport commission recommends
The variable speed limit on the M4 around Newport should be removed and replaced with a permanent 50mph limit.
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Blog Post
New speed cameras on the M4 near Port Talbot are now live
Speed cameras on the M4 near Port Talbot are now operational, the Welsh Government has confirmed.
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Sections of M4 now have permanent 50mph limit
The move affects the M4 in Port Talbot and Newport as well as other major roads in Wales, including the A470 Pontypridd, A483 Wrexham and A494 Deeside.
Blog Post
Severn Bridge travel to Wales rises after removal of tolls
Figures released by Highways England show that an increasing number of people are driving to Wales, with the M4 Severn crossing seeing a rise in use of more than 10% since tolls were abolished in December 2018.
Motoring
Speeds Camera installed on both Severn crossings
The new cameras, which are now in place on the approach to both bridges, are there to enforce the temporary speed limits on the narrow lanes which will be in place until work is finished next year.
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Blog Post
Work to create a toll-free journey on Severn Bridge starts this Friday
Work by Highways England to create a toll-free journey for drivers heading into Wales will start on Friday 14 December.
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Severn toll booth removal work warning for drivers
Motorists using will face lane closures, speed restrictions, and full closures overnight on stretches of both Severn Bridges while the work is carried out to remove the toll booths.
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Blog Post
Severn Crossings to go toll-free on 17 December 2018
Tolls on the Severn Crossings will be abolished on Monday 17th December, just in time for the festive getaway, the UK Government has announced today (Tuesday 2nd October).
