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# MPs call for action on disruption caused by restrictions on historic bridge
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/mps-call-for-action-on-disruption-caused-by-restrictions-on-historic-bridge/
- Published: 2026-02-16T08:10:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-02-15T20:58:17.000Z
- Description: Local MPs have called for action to tackle disruption caused by restrictions on an historic bridge.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Alrewas, Politics, Transport, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:11, News

LOCAL MPs have called for action to tackle disruption caused by restrictions on an historic bridge.

[Barriers have been put in place on Chetwynd Bridge](https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/new-concrete-barriers-to-be-installed-on-historic-bridge/) to help enforce weight and width limits following [restoration work](https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/work-begins-on-restoration-of-historic-alrewas-bridge/).

But speaking in the House of Commons, Labour MP Sarah Edwards told the Prime Minister that local farmers were now facing a 25-mile diversion.

She said:

> “The beautiful grade two listed Chetwynd Bridge on the A513 between Edingale and Alrewas has been restricted to cars and light vans [since October 2023](https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/further-restrictions-being-placed-on-historic-bridge-near-alrewas-to-prevent-hgvs-causing-more-damage/).  
>  
> “Bridges like this, with a clear economic impact on communities, should be the focus of the Government’s new structures fund, which I welcome.  
>  
> “Can I ask the Prime Minister to encourage his Ministers to meet with me so that we can find a solution to this issue for my rural constituents.”

Sir Keir Starmer told the Tamworth MP that he would ensure a meeting took place, insisting a solution needed to be found.

Lichfield MP Dave Robertson said he was pleased to see the Prime Minister supporting the efforts of his fellow Labour representative.

He said:

> “Chetwynd Bridge is a crucial route for our communities – and the ongoing restrictions are having a real impact on residents, local businesses and emergency access.  
>  
> “We need to see progress on reopening it as soon as possible.”