THE City of Edinburgh Council has announced that major works are to being on a busy road later this month.
The council said it is improving road surfaces and drainage on the A8 at Glasgow Road and the Ingliston interchange.
Work is scheduled to begin on Monday September 16 and is expected to finish in March 2025.
Each phase of work will be split into two parts with drainage improvement work taking place between Mondays and Thursdays from 9.30am to 3.30pm.
Road resurfacing work meanwhile will take place between Mondays and Fridays from 7.30pm to 6.30am.
Here’s a look at a bit more detail:
- Phase One – September 16 2024-October 25 2024 – A8 eastbound from Ingliston Interchange north west slip-road to Gogar roundabout.
- Phase Two – October 28 2024 – November 15 2024 – Glasgow Road to Gogar Roundabout to Maybury Road
- Phase Three – November 18 – November 29 – Ingliston Interchange north east slip road
- Phase Four – January 6 2025 – March 2025 – Ingliston Interchange dumbbells and remaining slip roads.
Work will temporarily stop between November 30 and January 5 to minimise disruption during the busy festive period.
Transport and environment convener Councillor Stephen Jenkinson said: “We’re committed to keeping Edinburgh moving and making sure our roads are properly maintained and serviced.
“This is why we’re carrying out this major work on the A8 through this autumn and into the New Year.
“Whilst there may be some disruption whilst work is ongoing, this is a key arterial road and it’s essential that we make these repairs.
“I’d like to thank all road users for their patience during this time. I’m also conscious that this was one of the key issues raised by our residents in the recent Budget Engagement Consultation. We’re listening and fixing the roads.”
