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Danyel VanReenen

All the Edinburgh road closures as royal event set to disrupt city centre traffic

Royal road closures will disrupt travel in Central Edinburgh on Wednesday as events are held at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in honour of The Queen’s annual visit to Scotland.

The road closures for Holyrood Road eastbound, Horse Wynd, and Holyrood Gait will be in place from 1pm until 7pm on June 29.

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Lothian Buses have not announced any diversions or impacts to bus services. However, traffic in the city centre may be heavier than usual.

The Queen is known to be in Edinburgh for Holyrood Week, which is an annual opportunity for The Queen to visit various regions in Scotland and meet Scots from all walks of life.

According to the Royal website, The Queen’s visit includes an Investiture held in the Great Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, which recognises Scottish residents who have made a significant contribution to their society.

Her visit will also include a garden party, where The Queen welcomes around 8,000 people from all walks of Scottish life to spend an afternoon with her in the grounds of the Palace.

According to the Royal website, Holyrood week is a celebration of Scottish culture, achievement and community.

It is unknown what specific event is being held at the Palace of Holyroodhouse today. The Queen’s investiture was held yesterday according to photos posted to Instagram from the Royal Family.

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