Improving pedestrian safety in Brora

BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is proposing the installation of a new controlled “Puffin” pedestrian crossing on the A9 at Rosslyn Street in Brora to improve safety and accessibility for all road users.

This new crossing forms part of our commitment to make our trunk road network safer and more inclusive for pedestrians and those with mobility needs.

Why a new crossing is needed

A series of traffic and pedestrian surveys undertaken in Brora highlighted  that there is a clear need for a safer and more convenient crossing point on the A9 trunk road through Brora, particularly during peak periods. It will also reinforce the existing 20mph speed limit within the village.

What the project involves

Alongside the installation of the new controlled crossing, improvement works will include:

• Upgraded footways, including dropped kerbs and tactile paving
• Carriageway resurfacing to improve skid resistance
• New and refreshed road markings
• Improvements to the northbound bus stop near Harry Gow’s
• Upgrades to ironwork within the carriageway

Together, these measures will help create a safer and more user-friendly environment for both pedestrians and road users.

Location 

Following careful review, the proposed location on Rosslyn Street has been selected due to its close proximity to key locations, including local shops, which experience consistent pedestrian activity throughout the day. Please see the location map below for further detail.

Construction and timescales

Accessibility improvements and the installation of a new controlled pedestrian crossing are currently planned to start on Monday 5 October.

Works will be carried out between the hours of 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, and are expected to last for approximately 12 weeks, not including the two-week winter break. Currently, works are expected to be completed by January 2027.

To ensure the safety of the workforce and members of the travelling public, various phases of traffic management are required:

• Temporary traffic lights will be in place for the duration of the works. These will change location as works progress, and will be removed outwith working hours.
• Short periods when traffic is stopped in both directions to allow more complex works to be carried out safely.
• Full overnight road closures to allow resurfacing – resurfacing dates to be confirmed.

All works are dependent on the weather, therefore the programme of works is subject to change in the event of adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

Share your feedback

BEAR Scotland and Transport Scotland would like to thank the local community for their patience and understanding as we deliver these important improvements to Golspie’s infrastructure.

If you have any queries or wish to provide feedback on our proposals, please contact NWConsultation@bearscotland.co.uk.

For more information on how BEAR are removing Barriers to Accessibility, click here.