00:01An historic bridge in Barston spanning the River Blythe remains under review, as councillors weigh safety and funding concerns.
00:09Barston Bridge, which was built in 1859, carries Barston Lane and handles more than 1,000 vehicles daily.
00:17The council says replacing it to support 40-ton traffic would cost £2 million, but current budgets only cover maintenance
00:24and minor works.
00:25A public consultation has ended and officers say alternative funding may be needed.
00:32Counsellors, including Ken Hawkins, say they want the bridge to stay open,
00:35and engagement with local landowners and the agricultural community is ongoing to assess potential impacts and options.
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