Wentbridge10 Dec 2025Two‑year A1 disruption ends as work completedLane closures and speed limit restrictions have been lifted on part of the A1 and A1(M) near Pontefract.10 Dec 202526 Aug 2025'Years of A1(M) roadworks have made village life hell'Nearly three years of tailbacks have led to rat-running through villages and accidents.26 Aug 202516 Oct 2024'I've picked litter since childhood, now it's art'James Owen Thomas uses roadside rubbish to create works that celebrate nature.16 Oct 20243 Aug 2023A1 viaduct completion date pushed backFurther issues with the bridge have been found since work began in April, National Highways said.3 Aug 202312 Jul 2023Overnight A1 closures to refurbish viaductThe closure is to allow waterproofing and resurfacing on a section of the road in West Yorkshire.12 Jul 202320 Apr 2023Overnight A1 closure to fix bridge potholeThe work will see a permanent repair take place on a section of the road in West Yorkshire.20 Apr 202311 Apr 2023Roadworks to begin on A1 bridgeDrivers are warned to expect disruption on the A1 near Wentbridge during the work.11 Apr 2023
