Motorists in south Wales face major disruption this week with a number of M4 closures and a planned fuel protest set to take place. Police are preparing for "serious disruption" on the Prince of Wales Bridge due to a planned protest against soaring fuel costs on Monday, July 4, with the road expected to be blocked in both directions.
Drivers have been advised by Gwent Police to work from home where possible and avoid the area between 7am and 7pm, with protestors planning to block parts of the road between M4 Magor services, junction 23A eastbound, and Junction 20 of the M4 between those hours.
Officers from both Gwent Police and Avon and Somerset Police will be in attendance at the protest to ensure it is carried out in line with the law. Plans are also being made with emergency and critical services to reduce disruption, and Bristol Airport has issued a warning urging travellers to allow extra time if heading to or from the airport.
