Government's £1bn Structures Fund

Redbridge Council welcomes the Government’s announcement of a new £1 billion Structures Fund as a timely and strategic investment in the country’s transport infrastructure.

We are engaging proactively with government to make the case for Broadmead Road Bridge to be included in the fund’s early allocations. Our technical work is nearing completion, and we will shortly present a preferred option to Cabinet and to our residents that offers long-term safety, value for money, and resilience for the local community and services that run over the bridge.

The closure of the bridge continues to impact residents, businesses and emergency services. Replacing it remains a priority for the borough. While we are proud of our track record on delivery and efficiency, the cost of full replacement is simply beyond the council’s financial capacity.

We believe the Structures Fund is a clear opportunity to secure the bridge’s future and restore this vital connection.

We look forward to working with government and our local MPs when further details of this fund are revealed.

Please also remember that a public information session is being held on Monday 30 June at 6pm at James Hawkey Hall. For more information, please see our post from 28 May.