UK government invests £22 million to replace Victorian arches on Brighton's seafront
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Department for Transport
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The UK government has announced a £22 million investment to replace dozens of Victorian-era arches supporting King's Road along Brighton's seafront. The arches are in urgent need of replacement to prevent the risk of collapse and avoid closing the crucial coastal road. The funding will ensure the road remains safe and open for the next century, preserving access to Brighton's beaches for holidaymakers and locals alike.
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· 3 pulledHolidaymakers and locals will continue to enjoy leisurely walks across Brighton's seafront for years to come after a major funding boost from government made today (6 July 2026).
King's Road, on Brighton's seafront, is supported by a series of Victorian-era arches that are in urgent need of replacement to avoid the crucial road from being closed.
The government will invest £22 million to replace dozens of these arches, avoiding the risk of collapse and making sure the road is safe for the next century.
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