Menai Bridge closure for 200th anniversary sparks traffic chaos

The Menai Suspension Bridge in Wales will be closed on Saturday to mark the structure's 200th anniversary. Traffic control measures will operate from 6 am to 10 am, after which the bridge will close again from 10 am to 2 pm for the celebration, which includes a procession, bands, a vintage rally and guided walking tours. Residents and commuters have expressed mixed reactions, with some warning of long queues and congestion on the busy summer Saturday, while others see the event as a boost for local businesses. The closure follows recent brief shutdowns caused by vehicles exceeding the bridge’s 7.5‑tonne weight limit and subsequent safety inspections.