Repair work is to be carried out on Flatts Bridge later this year. The eastern footpath is to be strengthened and guard rails will be replaced after Works and Engineering found they were in poor condition.

A spokesman stressed there is no danger to pedestrians using the footpath, but said regular inspections will take place until work is finished.

He said: "Earlier in the year it was observed that the footpath slab and beam appeared to be in poor condition. At that time screw jacks were erected to provide support to the footpath until a more detailed inspection was undertaken.

"A more recent detailed inspection was undertaken in June. The findings are that the bridge is, generally, in good condition. Noticeable exceptions include the eastern footpath slab and support beam and the guard rails."

He said work should be completed by the end of the year.