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Proposed solution includes new pedestrian crossings and one-way-system Trunk roads authorities have identified potential improvements to enhance the safety of pedestrians and those using wheels (e.g. wheelchair users) on the A7 in Selkirk town centre since the public consultation concluded late last year. The proposed approach being pursued by Transport Scotland, BEAR Scotland and Scottish … Continued

Overnight carriageway closures 4-7 August 2025 The eastbound carriageway of the A876 from Bowtrees Junction to Higgins Neuk Roundabout will be closed between 20:00 and 06:00 on the nights of Monday 4 August to Thursday 7 August, to allow Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland to carry out improvements to road markings and signage. A … Continued

Closure will be in place Monday 21 July 2025 between 8.30pm and 6am   Essential upgrades to the off-slip at Junction 4 of the M8 eastbound carriageway will take place for one night on Monday 21 July. Transport Scotland’s operating company, BEAR Scotland, will carry out patching of the road surface to improve safety conditions … Continued

Overnight works commence 31 July 2025 Overnight works to renew the road surface on the A90 westbound at Dalmeny are set to begin on 31 July. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the project between 20:30 and 04:00 on the nights of Thursday 31 July, Friday 1 August and Monday 4 to … Continued

Overnight road closures 29 July to 14 August 2025 The A7 is set to benefit from an improved road surface, with 13 nights of resurfacing works planned between 29 July and 14 August near Linhope, approximately 12 miles south of Hawick. The project will see Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland renew approximately 1.9km of … Continued

In one of the most significant upgrades to the historic Kincardine Bridge in recent years, an 80-metre section of the structure was successfully replaced earlier this year. The £16.85 million contract was awarded to Balfour Beatty in February 2023, marking a major milestone in the ongoing preservation of the Category A listed bridge. The Kincardine … Continued

Overnight road closures 24, 25 and 28 July 2025 Overnight works to renew the road surface on the A702 south of Hillend are set to take place between 19:30 and 06:30 on the nights of Thursday 24, Friday 25 and Monday 28 July. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the project. For … Continued

Works to start Sunday 13 July to Friday 23 August (six weeks)   Essential safety upgrades to the central reservation barrier on the M8 between Junction 3 at Drumshoreland and the rail bridge west of Junction 2 at Claylands are set to begin on the night of Sunday 13 July 2025. The works will be … Continued

Public ballot for free guided tours inside Queensferry Crossing deck Charity raffle to visit Queensferry Crossing tower top Members of the public are to be offered free guided tours of the interior of the Queensferry Crossing deck, hosted by Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland. The event will form part of Doors Open Days, Scotland’s … Continued

Overnight eastbound carriageway closures 3 and 4 July 2025 Access maintained from M90 to Newbridge Roundabout and airport The eastbound carriageway of the M9 will be closed at Junction 1A from 20:30 to 06:00 on the nights of Thursday 3 and Friday 4 July, for investigation work in advance of future resurfacing. Access from the … Continued

Overnight works commence Friday 11 July 2025 A four-week programme of overnight works to renew the road surface and replace bridge joints on sections of the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass is set to begin on Friday 11 July. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the improvements between 20:30 and 06:00 on Monday … Continued

Overnight slip road closure 7 July 2025 BEAR Scotland, Transport Scotland’s operating company, is set to carry out investigation works in advance of future resurfacing on the M80 Junction 9 northbound off-slip. To allow the works to be carried out safely, the slip road will be closed between the hours of 20:30 and 06:00 on … Continued