A LUDLOW MP is "demanding answers" over ongoing roadworks on the A49, which he says have caused drivers to avoid the area.
Stuart Anderson said he has received concerns from residents over pollution and traffic regarding roadworks at Onibury, between Ludlow and Shrewsbury, and has been left "extremely disappointed" after being assured by National Highways that the works would be completed by the end of April.
Repairs on the major A-road began after a tractor crashed into the bridge on September 1, 2025, leaving the road closed for six hours.
Mr Anderson said he initially raised the issue six months ago, and is "yet to receive answers to my simple questions", including what is causing the delays, and has now requested an urgent meeting with the highways network.
"Residents have reported longer commute times, safety concerns, and increased pollution," he added.
"The disruption is also having a knock-on effect, with some people avoiding Craven Arms and surrounding areas, which is hurting footfall for local shops and services."
However, a spokesperson for National Highways has said that when work first began, a further crack was found deep in the main structural beam, which had not been visible externally, and could not have been spotted before repairs commenced.
"This crack has to be repaired before we can continue with our planned repairs and we are working to complete this as quickly as possible," route manager Joseph Walmsley said.
"In the meantime, we have continued with some of the repair work that could be completed such as welding components on the bridges and repairing the footbridge slabs."
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