The video, taken by freelance photographer Oliv3r Drone Photography at around 6.25am on Wednesday, March 18, shows traffic switching over from the old A47 to the new £100m 2.6 mile section of road between North Burlingham and Blofield.

The opening marked a major milestone in the long‑running upgrade, although traffic will initially be limited to one lane in each direction and a 40mph speed limit while work continues on the existing A47.

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National Highways, the government company doing the work, and contractors Galliford Try originally planned to open the new dual carriageway between Blofield and Burlingham on Tuesday, March 17, but the switch was pushed back due to weather.

Highways bosses say the new road will significantly improve safety and increase capacity, with around 30,000 vehicles using this section every day.

The full scheme, which saw preparatory work begin in 2023, is expected to be completed by late spring or early summer.

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