From National Highways:
Next week we’ll be holding Public Information Events in Monmouth where you can find out more about the engineering solution we’re putting in place to manage the risk of further rockfalls and improve long-term safety at this location.
Events will be taking place at the following locations:
Friday 12 September (11am to 7pm) – Council Chamber, Shire Hall, Agincourt Square, Monmouth, NP25 3DY
Saturday 13 September (10am to 2pm) – Monnow Bridge, Monnow Street, Monmouth, NP25 5ES
Each exhibition will be attended by members of the National Highways project team and the scheme’s contractors, who’ll be available to discuss any specific queries you may have.
You can also call our 24/7 Customer Contact Centre on 0300 123 5000, or email info@nationalhighways.co.uk
Earlier article shared in July:
Start of permanent works
Our work to install the permanent engineering solution to the rockfall at Leys Bend will begin on the week commencing 4 August 2025.
Following completion of extensive surveys along the A40 slope on the Herefordshire-Monmouthshire border, our team of specialists will stabilise the hillside using steel bolts and mesh in the rockfall-affected area.
Due to the complex nature of the design and the work involved, we expect to complete construction this winter, with the contraflow remaining in place on the A40. During this time, our 24/7 free recovery service will continue to operate.
We’ll be holding public information events in September where you can talk to members of the project team and find out more about the permanent solution we’ll be putting in place. We’ll provide further updates in due course.
We’d like to thank you for your continued patience while this work is carried out.
