BEAR Scotland have announced overnight resurfacing works on the A1 at Wallyford will begin on Sunday 18 July.

The works will see Transport Scotland's operating company BEAR Scotland resurface 0.5km of carriageway, creating smoother and safer journeys for motorists.

To ensure the safety of roadworkers as well as the travelling public, the northbound carriageway of the A1 will be closed between Dolphingstone and old Craighall roundabout from 20:00 until 06:00 each night from Sunday 18 July to Thursday 22 July. A diversion route will be signposted between Dolphingstone and old Craighall roundabout via the A199, A68 and A720. This diversion will add 10 minutes to affected journeys.

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Emergency services will be given access through the works at all times and local access for residents within the closure points will be maintained when it is safe to pass through the work area.

Relevant stakeholders have been consulted in advance to make them aware of the plans.

Tommy Deans, BEAR Scotland's South East Network Manager, said: "These surfacing improvements will help to address the defects on this section of the A1 and will greatly improve the experience for motorists.

"It is essential that we close the road during these works to ensure the safety of road workers and motorists, however we've arranged for the project to take place overnight to minimise the impact.

"We thank motorists and the local community in advance for their patience and understanding. We'll do all we can to complete the work as quickly and safely as possible."