A bypass is the only way to solve traffic problems in a West Lothian village caused by trucks and traffic cutting through to the Queensferry Crossing, a senior councillor has claimed.
The claim comes after fears the village of Newton is being used as a rat run for traffic heading to the bridge, causing jams and fears over pollution from so many vehicles.
Plans for a bypass at Newton were first tabled 12 years ago and dismissed because of costs.
