Work is continuing on the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route/Balmedie to Tipperty (AWPR/B-T) project.

The contractor is currently carrying out bridge works and major earthworks in this area.

With work nearing completion, the C13K Lairhillock to Portlethen Road at Rothnick is expected to re-open on Monday, 07 August.

However to allow the contractor to connect the new bridge and new road to the existing road, and to allow utility works to be undertaken, it is anticipated the U63K Maryculter Road and C5K Lochton to Auchlunies to Nigg Road will be closed for six weeks. Diversions will be in place.

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Transport Scotland spokesperson said: "We understand the importance of the C13K Lairhillock to Portlethen Road to local communities and, consequently, the contractor made every effort to open it as quickly as possible to road users.

"Once the C13K reopens, the U63K and the C5K will close. These road closures have been scheduled to minimise the impact on local road users.

"As with all changes to road layout, we strongly encourage road users to drive with more caution than usual. We would also kindly request that drivers observe all of the signage in place to enhance the safety of road users and road workers."

(LM/MH)