Moray Council has outlined a new timeframe for the resubmission of the revised Elgin western link road planning application.

It is thought the new plans could be lodged this summer.

Earlier plans for the scheme were rejected by councillors in Moray last November.

The council's economic development and infrastructure services committee has since reaffirmed its commitment to the project.

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In a statement, the local authority said: "Council officers are now working with the appointed consultants with the aim of submitting a revised application during summer 2015 with a view to this being determined before the end of the year.

"If this is achieved it is intended to begin construction works in spring 2016, with an estimated 18-month construction programme resulting in completion before the end of 2017."

The proposed link road, between the A96 and Elgin's Edgar Road retail park, aims to relieve traffic congestion in the town. However, the plans have been opposed by a number of local residents, citing cost and safety concerns.

(JP/IT)