MP scales Royal Border Bridge in Berwick to view repair works
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The iconic bridge spanning the River Tweed is undergoing repair works to its façade to keep it in great condition for generations to come.
Repointing and occasional replacement of some two million bricks began in 2022 and is due to be completed later this year.
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Hide AdThe MP was met at the site by Sam Trickett, (Scheme Project Manager, Story Contracting Ltd) Jon Calvert, (Principal Portfolio Manager, Network Rail) and Tom Grainger, Lead Portfolio Manager, Network Rail.
They explained that work began in early 2022 but, upon closer inspection, specialist engineers decided to seize the opportunity to carry out even more repairs.
Anne-Marie said: "It was such a treat to be able to go up Berwick's iconic bridge and see first-hand the works Network Rail are painstakingly carrying out to ensure the bridge remains in great condition for generations to come. What a fabulous view of Berwick and beyond, and wonderful to see the work the team is doing up close."