BEAR Scotland has almost completed a £1.3 million programme of road surface improvement works on the A9 between Alness and Tomich, on behalf of Transport Scotland.

The scheme began on Monday 20 November and will be completed by the morning of Saturday 24 February.

A new surface is being laid on the carriageway of the A9 between Alness and Tomich, creating a smoother and safer road for motorists.

The final works will take place on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 February, between 7pm and 7am each night.

To protect roadworkers and motorists there will be a lane closure with a 10mph convoy system in place. The A9/Obsdale Road, Alness junction will also be closed with a signed local diversion in place. Traffic management will be removed outwith working hours to keep disruption to a minimum, with a speed restriction of 30mph in place as traffic will be running over a temporary surface.


Consultation has taken place with all relevant stakeholders in advance of the resurfacing improvements to make them aware of the traffic management arrangements.

Ian Stewart, BEAR Scotland’s North West Representative, said: "These road maintenance works on the A9 at Alness will help address defects and greatly improve the surface for road users.

"The use of convoy traffic management during working hours is essential to ensure the safety of roadworkers and motorists."

"We thank the local community and road users for their patience in advance while we complete this project. We encourage motorists to plan ahead before setting out by checking the Traffic Scotland website for up-to-date travel information."

Materials removed from the existing carriageway will be recycled using SEPA approved methods.