The new Queensferry Crossing is to be opened next month by Her Majesty The Queen.

The ceremony, which will include activities taking place at both sides of the bridge, will be held on Monday, 04 September.

The £1.35 billion infrastructure scheme has resulted in creation of the longest three-tower, cable-stayed bridge in the world at 1.7 miles (2.7km) long.

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Overall, the opening will mark the end of a six-year construction programme to build a third bridge across the Forth between North and South Queensferry.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said: "It is very fitting that the Queensferry Crossing will be officially opened by The Queen, exactly 53 years to the day from when she opened the Forth Road Bridge. Importantly, this celebratory event will recognise the thousands of people who have been involved in the construction of the new bridge.

"The Queensferry Crossing is a symbol of a confident, forward-looking Scotland and – as well as providing a vital transport connection for many years to come – it is a truly iconic structure and a feat of modern engineering."

(LM)