Pictures show Padworth Lane railway bridge reconstruction

The bridge, used by motorists and pedestrians, has been closed since September 20 for reconstruction in order to accommodate new trains ahead of the electrification of the Great Western Railway.
The work will see the centre span of the structure replaced with a prefabricated filler beam enabling an increase in clearance from rail to the underside of the bridge.
A temporary footbridge has been put in place for pedestrians, while a one-way and two-way traffic diversion is also in operation.
Network Rail said that electrification of the line would bring faster services and additional capacity to major UK cities, along the Great Western main line between London, Reading, Bristol, Cardiff and Swansea.
It added that it would deliver more reliable, greener and quieter journeys for thousands of passengers and improve one of Britain’s busiest and oldest railways by connecting major towns and cities, making journeys smoother and more comfortable for passengers.
The estimated six-month closure has been criticised by some local people.
The pictures were taken by David Creasey.