Temporary traffic lights switched off day after Shrewsbury bypass left gridlocked

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Temporary traffic lights switched off day after Shrewsbury bypass left gridlocked
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There's no sign of the 90-minute delays that affected hundreds of people yesterday.

The gridlock that held up hundreds of people yesterday has not been reported so far today

One driver said:"Traffic was completely normal but they had stopped using the temporary lights at the junction so it was back to how it was before yesterday. No tailbacks at all."the changes had caused the jamsRichard Timothy, National Highways Route Manager, said: “We know that the changes to the road layout have caused significant delays today and we appreciate how frustrating that can be for drivers.

As well as the lights, the two lanes for traffic turning right towards Shrewsbury town centre off the westbound carriageway of the A5 at Emstrey have also been coned off. Mr Timothy said: “We understand people are concerned about the loss of some traffic lights on the roundabout following the recent road traffic collision.

“In the meantime, the temporary lights, additional traffic management and extra signs will help to maintain safety at the roundabout though we appreciate there will be some delays for drivers. We would urge drivers to continue to take extra care when using the junction and allow more time for journeys."

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