The temporary closure of Ramsey Swing Bridge to motor vehicles has been extended, initially by two months.

The landmark structure closed to traffic at the end of January for a week after damage to the bridge’s deck was discovered.

This was extended while further inspections were carried out and has now been extended again by the Department of Infrastructure for at least another two months.

A spokesperson for the DoI added: ‘The Department’s design engineers are undertaking structural assessments of the timber members and drawing up the necessary plans required to allow the damage to the deck to be repaired.

‘These inspections have also revealed other areas of concern within the deck structure.’

The bridge will continue to be available to pedestrians and cyclists and will operate as normal to allow access to vessels using Ramsey’s Inner Harbour.