00:00A historic bridge over the River Thames has been closed to all users.
00:04Albert Bridge, which links Chelsea and Battersea, is now shut to both pedestrians and cyclists.
00:10That closure follows earlier restrictions, stopping motor traffic from using the crossing.
00:16Engineers have detected slight movement during a recent inspection of the bridge, leading to the closure.
00:23The council says it is a precaution while safety checks continue.
00:27The structure is more than 150 years old and is Grade 2 listed.
00:33Repairs are expected to be complex and could take around a year.
00:37Officials say they will continue monitoring the bridge and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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