Tower Bridge stuck open leaving central London gridlocked

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Hannah Price

Published: 4:46 pm August 22, 2020

Updated: 4:12 am March 8, 2026

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Tower Bridge is stuck open, leaving central London traffic in chaos and onlookers stunned.

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The historic bridge has failed to close after opening to allow a tall ship to pass through along the River Thames.

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