New river bridge to connect east and west parts of city

A new bridge is set to link east and west areas of Wales' capital city, spanning the River Taff.

Cardiff council's planning committee has approved the structure for pedestrians and cyclists, that will connect The Marl in Grangetown with Hamadryad Park in Butetown.

It forms a key part of regeneration in the Channel View area, with the council looking to build 4,000 new homes and a number of new communities across the city.

The council will now develop a funding strategy for the bridge that will be 165m (541 ft) in length and six metres (19.6 ft) wide.

"It will provide a safe, dedicated route for walking and cycling, creating a new east–west connection across the river that will encourage more sustainable journeys and reduce reliance on cars," said cabinet member for housing and communities Lynda Thorne.