Major A9 trunk road roadworks on the Black Isle to resume following Easter break, advises Bear Scotland

Major roadworks on the A9 which were paused over the Easter break are set to restart tonight, road engineers have warned.

Resurfacing work and carriageway upgrades on a 1.1km stretch of the A9 on the Black Isle on the northbound approach to the Munlochy junction, first got under way in March.

The work, which is taking place at night in a bid to minimise disruption, will see lane closures and a 10mph convoy system running overnight from 7pm to 6am from Sunday to Thursday.

During the day, the traffic management will be removed but a 30mph speed limit will be in effect due to the uneven road surface.

During the night-time works the northbound right-turn into the Munlochy junction will be closed, with a signed diversion in place via the Tore roundabout and then back towards the Munlochy junction via the southbound carriageway. Access through the works site for emergency services will be maintained at all times.

Ian Stewart, Bear Scotland’s north-west representative said: “This important drainage and surfacing project on the A9 north of Kessock Bridge will fix existing defects and significantly enhance the driving experience for motorists.

“Our teams will carry out these works quickly, 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.”

Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland on www.traffic.gov.scot or via Twitter at @trafficscotland.

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