A series of preparatory works have been scheduled later this month ahead of construction on the A9 Dualling project.

The A9 Dualling scheme is one of Scotland's biggest ever transport infrastructure projects, which will upgrade the road into a dual carriageway.

Overnight closures have been announced on the A9 between Luncarty and Dunkeld from 22-25 February to facilitate work on the project.

Temporary safety barriers will be installed along the 9.5km route to allow construction of the A9 Dualling project to be undertaken safely adjacent to the A9, whilst maintaining one lane of traffic in each direction.

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Signed diversion routes will be in place on approach to the closure area, via the A85 for northbound traffic and via the A923 Dunkeld Junction for southbound traffic.

Gemma Montrose, Project Manager for Transport Scotland, said: "Road users will have already seen the gradual introduction of traffic restrictions on this stretch of the A9 from last week, including narrow lanes and a reduced speed limit of 40mph.

"The installation of the barriers is the final piece of preparatory works that will allow our contractor to begin construction work in earnest. We would urge road users to approach the new traffic management layouts with care, and if travel during the planned overnight closures is unavoidable, to follow the diversions and allow extra time for your journey.

"Transport Scotland will be working closely with our contractor to ensure disruption to road users and the local community is monitored throughout the works and is kept to a minimum during the construction phase."

(CM/JG)