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Update 15 October 2025, 1:51pm
Work has commenced on the repair, with the team successfully reinstating the Island side lock gate, which is now operating as expected. Progress remains positive, and efforts are continuing to re-fix the damaged timber quoin. The team is working hard to get the lock open as soon as possible and further updates will be provided when more information is available.
Update 8 October 2025, 3:29pm
Lock 1a remains closed. We will be carrying out a repair prior to the planned winter works on the Regents canal.
Update 8 September 2025, 1:46pm
The investigation still on going. Boaters are to continue to use Lock 1B until further notice.
Update 7 August 2025, 10:51am
Please be advised that Lock 1a remains closed while we are awaiting further investigation. It remains closed as a precautionary safety measure. Boaters are to use Lock 1b until further notice.
Original 29 July 2025, 11:09am
Lock 1a is currently awaiting investigation and closed as a precautionary safety measure. Boaters are to use Lock 1b.