Road closed near Harrold following massive oil dump will cost £50k to repair

A large quantity of oil was dumped on the road between Harrold and Hinwick earlier today (Friday). (Picture: Bedford Borough Council)placeholder image
A large quantity of oil was dumped on the road between Harrold and Hinwick earlier today (Friday). (Picture: Bedford Borough Council)

A large quantity of oil was dumped on the road between Harrold and Hinwick earlier today (Friday).

And following an engineer’s inspection, it will need emergency resurfacing to make it safe – at a likely cost in excess of £50,000.

The road will remain closed as Bedford Borough Council carry out the necessary repairs this evening and overnight.

It’s hoped the the road will be reopened by tomorrow morning (Saturday).

If you have any info which that can identify the person responsible for the oil spill, contact the Highways Helpdesk on 01234 718003 or email [email protected]

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