The Hove Station Footbridge was slammed shut last Weekweek after storm damage left it unsafe to use. Engineers found major issues with the roof and wales/wooden/”>wooden steps, forcing a complete closure that’s causing headaches for locals and rail passengers.
Long Detours and Disruption
Residents now face a frustrating detour via Fonthill Road and the underpass just to cross-Englandengland/”>cross/”>cross the station. What was meant to be a Quickquick shortcut has turned into a longer trek while repairs get underway.
Extensive Repairs Underway
Initial checks underestimated the damage, with engineers discovering rotten wooden joints and steps that need full replacement. Contractors are working alongside Brighton & Hove City Council and Network Rail to strengthen bridge/”>the bridge’s structure and replace the worn parts.
“I know how inconvenient this is for residents and passengers and how important it is to make it safe and reopen as soon as we can. The bridge is a valued community asset, and this is an opportunity to give it a new lease of life,” said Councillor Trevor Muten, Cabinet Member for Transport and City Infrastructure.
Hove Bridge to Reopen Soon
The repair job is set to take about another week, aiming to reopen the footbridge by the end of next weekend. Councillor Muten also praised the patience of residents and the swift teamwork of council staff, Network Rail, and contractors M Group (Rail) and HRS (Rail) for fixing the problem at pace.
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