Traffic chaos in London as Tower Bridge stuck open

A technical fault left Tower Bridge stuck open, with cars and pedestrians stranded on either side of the London landmark. The bascule bridge opened for use in 1894 and is a key crossing over the River Thames. The road panels became stuck in an upright position after they were opened to allow a large boat to pass through on Monday. A City of London Corporation spokesperson said: “Due to a technical issue, Tower Bridge is currently stuck in a raised position. “We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.“ Read the full story here: Subscribe to The Telegraph on YouTube ► Get the latest headlines: and are websites of The Telegraph, the UK's best-selling quality daily newspaper providing news and analysis on UK and world events, business, sport, lifestyle and culture.