Three weeks of road works on A9 at Golspie as ‘buffer’ zones installed ahead of 20mph limit
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Road works to install lower speed limits through Golspie will be in place for three weeks, starting from Monday.
The scheme to install 40mph “buffer zones” in advance of the existing village speed limits will include new traffic signs and road markings.
Bear Scotland, Transport Scotland’s trunk road operating company, said there will also be new modular traffic islands installed within the west area as part of the improvements.
The works are designed to reduce the speed of traffic entering the village and will support the introduction of a 20mph speed limit in Golspie in collaboration with Highland Council.
Work will take place on Monday to Friday from 7am to 7pm, with no works on Saturdays and Sundays. They are due to be completed by 7pm on Friday, November 24.
Ian Stewart, Bear Scotland’s north-west representative, said: “Road safety is paramount at Bear Scotland and this investment from Transport Scotland will improve safety for all and complement the introduction of a new 20mph speed limit.
“Our teams will do all they can to complete the project as quickly and as safely as possible. We would like to thank road users in advance for their patience during this project and encourage them to plan ahead by checking Traffic Scotland for up-to-date journey information and leave some extra time to reach their destination.”
To ensure the safety of roadworkers and road users, temporary traffic signals and a 30mph speed limit will be in place for the duration of the project. Pedestrian access will also be provided during the works.
