Major works to Whitby Swing Bridge have been rescheduled after concerns from local businesses.
The bridge was due to close for the first two weeks of October but the £200,000 scheme will now take place from November 20th.
Local Councillor - Neil Swannick - is pleased the work is going ahead.
North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for highways and transport, Cllr Keane Duncan, said:
“We have listened and acted. After considering all possible alternative dates, I am pleased to announce the works will be rescheduled to November.
“The council wants to support local business in every way we can, so I am pleased we have been able to secure this date change, which avoids key events and the worst of winter.
“We will endeavour to complete the scheme as quickly and efficiently as possible to minimise disruption.”
The essential works will involve the removal of the existing road surface down to the steel deck. The bridge will then undergo waterproofing and resurfacing, incorporating a lighter coloured surface to reduce heat absorption and expansion of the bridge deck. Repainting is also planned for next year.
The footpaths will be widened to improve safety for pedestrians during busy periods.
The road will be closed to traffic and pedestrians throughout the works with a shuttle bus service transporting passengers to the other side of the town. It will remain open for boats to pass in and out of the harbour.
Local councillor - Phil Trumper - says it's important the works are carried out.
The current swing bridge, which spans 75ft, was built in 1908. It links the upper and lower harbour areas and the east and west sides of the town.
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