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Thames Water’s roadwork in Marlborough caused major delays; officials demand a fee to prevent future disruptions.
Thames Water's roadworks in Marlborough, Wiltshire, on January 12, 2026, caused major traffic delays, with drivers stuck for over an hour to move a mile due to temporary traffic lights and lane closures.
The work, aimed at investigating a suspected water leak near a grass verge, drew criticism from local officials, including Councillor Jane Davies, who called the disruption a "complete disaster" and urged a "lane rental" fee to discourage prolonged road closures.
Thames Water apologized, confirmed removal of traffic controls, and said road reinstatement was underway.
Wiltshire Council is reviewing the feasibility of the proposed fee.
Los trabajos de Thames Water en Marlborough causaron grandes retrasos; los funcionarios exigen una tarifa para evitar futuras interrupciones.