Walmsley Bridge: Permanent Fix for Wigan Fans

0:00On April 27, thousands of Wigan-Rudby and football fans rely on the Wombsley Bridge over the Leeds Liverpool Canal to walk from Springfield to the brick community stadium. The bridge got propped up earlier this year just to keep it open, but now officials are pushing for a permanent fix to make it truly safe for the long haul. It all kicked off when the bridge shut down on New Year's Day over public safety worries from Wigan Athletic. That forced fans into detours and highlighted how crucial this shortcut is for game days. Fans and locals feel the pinch hard without it, facing way longer treks to the stadium that hit both crowds and nearby businesses. The council admitted early on they didn't take the closure lightly, knowing the real world fallout. Lately, the council's teaming up with the clubs and stadium folks to nail down solid options for the future. Expect some work around the bridge in the coming weeks, but it'll stay open the whole time. Keep an eye out for updates as they roll in. This routes too vital to leave hanging, and they're on it to get fans back to smooth sailing.