The timings and route for the Queen's coffin to leave Edinburgh on Tuesday has been announced, with 'significant disruption' expected according to police and the council.
Thousands of people lined the Royal Mile in the city centre on Monday as the Queen's coffin procession, along with King Charles III and his siblings travelled from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to St Giles' Cathedral where the Queen will rest for 24 hours before travelling to Edinburgh Airport.
According to Edinburgh Travel News, run by the city council, the Queen's coffin will leave St Giles' Cathedral at 4:30pm on Tuesday, September 13, and travel towards the airport. The route will cover Johnston Terrace, Castle Terrace, Lothian Road, Queensferry Street, Maybury Road and Turnhouse Road.
You can find all the latest on the Queen's procession in Edinburgh on our LIVE blog here.
Much of the route is similar to the one the cortege took entering the city from Aberdeen on Sunday. A full closure of the A90 corridor and all adjoining roads will be phased from 1pm, starting with the A90 citybound from Barnton junction. The westbound A90 from Dean Bridge to Barnton and all side roads off Queensferry Road will close from 3pm.
Barnton and Maybury junctions and Maybury Road will be fully closed from 5pm and will reopen as soon as the cortege has passed through. Other routes will be reopened as soon as crowds have dispersed and it is deemed safe to do so but are expected to be open by 6.30pm.
Earlier on Monday, Police Scotland issued advice to locals urging them to avoid "non-essential travel" and work from home if possible. Traffic Scotland Operator Manager Stein Connolly said: “Monday and Tuesday will be extremely busy for Edinburgh, the City Bypass, and the surrounding network, due to a series of road closures and the sheer volume of people expected to line the streets.
"We want to strike a balance and ensure those who wish to pay their respects can do so safely. If you can work from home we would strongly encourage you to do so. Please consider your need to travel if you are not attending any of the advertised events.
“If you do plan to pay respects in person, please allow extra time for your journey and leave the car at home. Consider public transport options, or if you need to use a car, think about car sharing and using park and ride facilities where possible. On arrival, be prepared for long periods of standing. Bring water and dress for the weather. Most importantly – let’s look out for each other.
“Please continue to check Traffic Scotland and Traveline Scotland, Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Tram websites – as well as @edintravel and @ScotRail social channels for updates before finalising your travel plans.”
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