London's oldest surviving Thames bridge that's older than the USA is set for £2m works (opens original article in a new tab)

Richmond Council plans to seek £2m in funding to maintain London's oldest surviving Thames bridge, Richmond Bridge, to extend its lifespan and avoid future costly repairs.

• Richmond Bridge, built in 1777, is London's oldest surviving Thames bridge.
• Richmond Council plans to apply for £2m in funding to extend the bridge's lifespan.
• The bridge is currently in reasonable condition but requires maintenance to avoid future costly repairs.