Monthly Archives: August 2026

Overnight carriageway closures Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 August 2026 BEAR Scotland, acting on behalf of Transport Scotland, is to carry out essential coring investigation works on the Junction 5 southbound on-slip of the M9, on Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 August between 7.30pm and 6am. To ensure the safety of the workforce and road … Continued

Overnight southbound on-slip closures from the A823(M) starting Monday 10 August to Monday 17 August 2026 Overnight northbound carriageway closure at Junction 1C on Thursday 20 August 2026 BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is continuing the works of the M90 Masterton Viaduct which carries the motorway at Junction 2. To allow these works, … Continued

Road marking and layout adjustments on the A702 Overnight road closure 9 August 2026 Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland is set to implement a package of trial measures designed to improve traffic flows around Lothianburn Junction, where the A702 crosses the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass. New road markings and temporary changes to the road … Continued

Works start on Thursday 6 August Shorts section of traffic management in place Works expected to continue until Friday 29 January 2027 BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to carry out the final phase of street lighting refurbishment on the A9 through the village of Golspie from Thursday 6 August. Works will … Continued

During the last quarter, the North West team continued to strengthen relationships with local communities, elected representatives and key stakeholders so that local voices are reflected in project development and decision-making. Following the Scottish Parliamentary elections in May, we reached out directly to newly elected MSPs to build relationships and improve awareness of BEAR Scotland’s … Continued

The recently completed puffin crossing scheme in Golspie has delivered a safer and more accessible crossing point for pedestrians, while also enhancing the surrounding footway and drainage infrastructure. With a similar project proposed for Brora, we’re looking at how lessons learned in Golspie can help us deliver a better experience for the local community there. … Continued

Earlier this summer, BEAR Scotland delivered a programme of resurfacing and bridge joint replacement works at Connel Bridge, helping to maintain the condition of the A828  while minimising disruption for local communities and road users. A well-known landmark near Oban, Connel Bridge opened in 1903 as a railway crossing and, at the time, was the … Continued

Across the North West, a range of projects are being delivered this summer and beyond to improve the safety, resilience and accessibility of Scotland’s trunk road network. From major retaining wall replacements and embankment repairs to new pedestrian crossing facilities and essential routine maintenance, these investments will help ensure the network continues to serve communities, … Continued

Whilst the summer months are typically expected to bring more favourable conditions for road maintenance and improvement works, that’s not always the case in Scotland! Despite occasional challenges, our teams have maintained momentum, delivering a wide range of essential improvements across the North West trunk road network. With an investment of over £48m from Transport … Continued