Clifton Suspension Bridge quits X over content concerns - here's why


One of the world's most beautiful bridges has quit X - due to a rise in "inappropriate content".
Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol revealed it will be leaving the social media platform in response to the a ''decrease in meaningful engagement'' on the site.
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Hide AdThe famous Bristol bridge has called a wrap on its 15 years on Twitter - saying changes made to the platform in recent times have made them “reconsider our use of it”.
The statement read: "X (formerly known as Twitter) has been a wonderful place to engage with our audience over the past 15 years.
"But the changes made to the platform in recent times has caused us to reconsider the use of it.
"With the rise in inappropriate content and decrease in meaningful engagement with our followers, we have chosen to no longer post to this account.
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Hide Ad"You will always be able to stay up to date with what is happening at the Clifton Suspension Bridge, including bridge closures and maintenance, through our website cliftonbridge.org.uk.
"If you'd like to continue following us on different social media platforms, we are active on Facebook and Instagram using @brunelbridge."
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