00:01Demolition Gate says former A167 flyover will cost millions more than first expected.
00:06The council says the project has risen from around £18 million to about £31 million.
00:12Officials say overnight working to reduce disruption alongside construction requirements
00:18has increased costs which have been independently scrutinised. The flyover has remained closed
00:23since safety concerns emerged and demolition is due to finish in October 2026.
00:30Gate said council is seeking financial support from the Department for Transport
00:34which is expected to decide on the funding request during the autumn following its detailed assessment.
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