Transport Scotland is to invest £130,000 in upgrading the A87 in Uig Village.

The works will be focused in the village from Rha Bank Junction to the Ferry Terminal Car Park.

The Highland Council has said the project ill be delivered by BEAR Scotland.

Commencing on 18 November, the works will take place over a 10-week period and will be carried out on weekdays. The project is expected to be completed by 24 January 2014.

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For the safety of road workers, pedestrians and road users, temporary traffic signals with footway diversions will be used whilst works are taking place.

Eddie Ross, BEAR Scotland's North West Unit Representative said: "These maintenance works will improve the condition of the footway and have been carefully planned to minimise delays to road users and pedestrians. Whilst the traffic management system may result in some disruption, this is necessary to ensure the safety of motorists, pedestrians and road workers during the works.

"We would like to thank the public in advance for their patience and cooperation during this time. It is also advisable to check the Traffic Scotland website for real time information before setting out."

BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will carry out footway resurfacing work on this section of the A87.

(JP/IT)