Roadworks will now start on A9 by House of Bruar later this week
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Road bosses have announced that roadworks at the A9 Calvine junction have been delayed and will now start this Thursday.
The surfacing works just north of the House of Bruar by BEAR Scotland, Transport Scotland’s North West trunk road operating company, are set to last for 25 nights.
They are scheduled to be completed by 6am on Friday 26 April.
There will be no works on Friday or Saturday nights.
The works had been due to commence on Sunday night and be completed on Friday 19 April.
A BEAR Scotland spokesperson said: "The project entails comprehensive carriageway upgrades in the form of surfacing and road markings which is aimed at enhancing road safety and driving conditions for motorists.
"These upgrades will cover a total of 360 metres on the A9 single carriageway.
"Due to the nature of the works, a full closure of Calvine junction is required to ensure safety for roadworkers and motorists and a signed diversion will be in place.
"The main A9 carriageway will remain open under temporary traffic lights under convoy.
"During non-working hours, the temporary traffic management measures will be lifted. Throughout the day for the carriageway surfacing only, a 30mph speed limit will be in effect as a temporary surface and ramps will be operational."
Access through the works site for emergency services will be maintained at all times.
Ian Stewart, BEAR Scotland’s North West Representative said: “This crucial surfacing project on the A9 north of House of Bruar will fix existing defects and significantly enhance the driving experience for all motorists.
"Our teams are committed to executing these works quickly and with safety as our top priority.
"We extend our gratitude to the local community and road users for their patience while we complete the improvements.
To minimise delays, we recommend that motorists plan their journeys in advance by consulting the Traffic Scotland website for real-time travel updates.”
Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland on www.traffic.gov.scot, Twitter @trafficscotland or on the mobile site my.trafficscotland.org .
