A recent report looking at options to tackle congestion, improve accessibility and support development along the A96 in Inverness has been completed.

The A9/A96 Connections Study recommends the Longman roundabout should be grade separated.

Two options have been proposed for a single carriageway link road connecting the A96 at Smithton across to the A9 at Inshes.

These solutions will be taken forward for further design development.

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Infrastructure Secretary Keith Brown said: "The Scottish Government wants to see improvements to our roads infrastructure right across the country to help support Scotland’s economy, and better connect our cities.

"Two options for a single carriageway link road have now been identified for further design work which will improve access to and within the local communities and improve accessibility to the University of the Highlands and Islands campus.

"The study is also recommending grade separation of the A9/A82 Longman roundabout which will offer significant benefits, including road safety and journey time improvements, to those travelling on the key strategic routes of the A82, A9 and A96."

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