THE M48 Severn Bridge will be closed this weekend for essential maintenance.

The bridge will be closed from 6am tomorrow (Saturday 23rd July) until 10pm Sunday 24th July.

Congestion reported on the A48 through Chepstow.

There are no Met Office severe weather warnings in place today.

Expect a warm and mostly dry day, with the possibility of showers in the afternoon.

Both Severn Bridges are currently open to all traffic.

Roads elsewhere throughout Monmouthshire look clear.

Any issues on the road? Let the Beacon know on social media as soon as it is safe to do so.