Um, Bristol’s Clifton Suspension Bridge has quit X due to a ‘rise of inappropriate content’

The iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge has announced that it’s quit X.

Citing “changes made to the platform” for its exit, the Bridge confirmed that it will no longer use X, but will remain posting on Facebook and Instagram.

The Guardian was quick to follow suit, quitting the app just two days later.

"Clifton Suspension Bridge have left Twitter". https://t.co/nlvoi4KDEp pic.twitter.com/7txTCquCFO

— Where's Willy quiz (@WheresWilly8) November 13, 2024

In a statement posted on X, the Clifton Suspension Bridge wrote: “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.”

The Guardian also decided leave the app last week, announcing it’s departure in an article on Wednesday 13th November. It read: “The Guardian has announced it will no longer post content on Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, from its official accounts.

“In an announcement to readers, the news organisation said it considered the benefits of being on the platform formerly called Twitter were now outweighed by the negatives, citing the ‘often disturbing content’ found on it.”

They informed readers that it “will no longer post on any official Guardian editorial accounts on the social media site X,” although the news company had over 80 accounts, accumulating 27 million followers.

Clifton Suspension Bridge deciding to also quit X led to its account trending, racking up 4.5 million views.

Most people can’t quite believe the seriousness of the post, taking the statement as a joke and sharing their views in the comments.

X user Alanzinhio, said: “Never saw a bridge get triggered before. This is a first.”

Melindi Scott wrote: “A political bridge? That’s a new one on me.”

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Another user remarked: “Elon Musk – can we have your thoughts on the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol UK leaving TwitterX Will you lose any sleep tonight!?”

Another X user said “Burning bridges I see”, followed by another who contributed: “That ‘building bridges’ stuff was bullshit.”

In its statement, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Museum added: “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.”

It is also still active on other social media platforms, @Brunelbridge.