Richmond Bridge project

The Structures Fund was launched in April 2026 and is a £1 billion government grant program launched by the UK’s Department for Transport to help local councils across England repair, strengthen, or replace critical highway structures like bridges, flyovers, and tunnels.

It specifically targets urgent, complex projects that local authorities cannot afford to fix using their standard budgets.

Our submission

We are applying for funding to restore the oldest remaining Thames River road bridge and Grade 1 listed structure. The scheme seeks to strengthen the structure to facilitate TfL's transition to a heavier, all electric bus fleet. 

View our funding submission bid.

Outcome

Funding decisions are expected to be announced in autumn 2026.

Successful schemes will be required to complete all funded works by March 2030.