The transformation of Wolverhampton’s landmark wishbone bridge could be delayed again after bosses today admitted no date had yet been set for the work.

The refurbishment of the flyover across St George’s Ring Road had been due to start this month following years of campaigns by critics who have branded it an “embarrassing eyesore”.

Councillors claim the rundown structure over the tram lines, which was originally 10 years ago created as a statement of regeneration in the city, gives a bad first impression of Wolverhampton due to its flaking paintwork and broken lighting.

Today there were concerns the ongoing saga could drag on for months longer after Travel Midland Metro bosses confirmed that no date had yet been set.

The revamp was originally due to completed before Christmas last year, but freezing temperatures prevented the project going ahead as planned. It was then pushed back to spring, and then summer.

Springvale councillor Malcolm Gwinnett said the delay was “disgusting”.