Work is continuing on a public realm improvement project in Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire.

The final phase of the Cowgate upgrade scheme, a key part of Kirkintilloch Town Centre Masterplan - is being completed near Kirkintilloch Community Hub.

The rolling improvements programme has involved the removal of street clutter, narrowed carriageways, widened footways, reduction of traffic speeds below 20mph and the installation of courtesy crossings in the Cowgate area.

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The council has now revealed Cowgate will fully reopen ahead of schedule on 03 April, with all remaining snagging issues scheduled to be finished by May.

Thomas Glen, Depute Chief Executive - Place, Neighbourhood & Corporate Assets, said, "I am pleased that works are nearing completion in Kirkintilloch town centre, with Cowgate due to reopen to traffic fully on 3 April.

"It has been a long road and I want to thank everyone who lives in, works in and regularly visits the town centre for their patience during construction.

"We will be monitoring how the new layout is operating over the coming months and reporting back to elected members. Adjustments will be considered and implemented where necessary."

The project has been funded by Sustrans Scotland, Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT), and the council's capital programme.

(LM)