Initial works on a £2.4 million project to replace Skolie Burn Bridge between Addiewell and Loganlea have been announced to begin in August 2018, prior to the main bridge replacement works starting early 2019.

A West Lothian Council spokesperson said: "Skolie Burn Bridge is thought to have been built in the mid 1800's, with an extension added at a later date, and now requires to be replaced. The current bridge has had restrictions in place for a number of years, so is not suitable for all traffic.

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"The work will take place in two phases, with ground investigations work and grouting commencing in late August 2018. The main bridge replacement work will start in early 2019 and will see a temporary bridge installed to ensure that vehicular and pedestrian access is maintained between Loganlea and Addiewell at all times.

"Local residents and those affected by the works are invited to come along to the drop-in sessions taking place to find out more about this significant project taking place in the area."

A series of drop-in information sessions have been arranged at the Pit Stop Community Centre in Loganlea for local residents looking to find out more about the large-scale project.

(MH)