The Latest Breaking News from A702

Edinburgh police scrambled to major road as crash sparks delays for drivers

Traffic is tailing back on the A720 between A71, Calder Junction and A70 Baberton Junction following a collision this afternoon. This comes after locals woke up to icy conditions.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 17, 2023

Motorcyclist dead after crash with car on major Scots road as police appeal for information

A 40-year-old man driving a black Suzuki GSF 650 motorbike was tragically pronounced dead at the scene on the A702, just outside of Edinburgh.

Daily Record · Jan 13, 2023

Edinburgh drivers facing delays as police close major road after crash

A major road has closed in both directions after a collision has been reported. Edinburgh drivers are being warned to allow more time on their journey and expect delays.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 12, 2023

Burnt-out caravan discovered in "dumping ground" Glenkens layby

Martin Anderson discovered the remains on the A702 near Corriedoo when returning home to Moniaive from Dalry

Daily Record · Aug 2, 2022

Motorcyclist who died in horror crash with lorry on Lanarkshire country named as cops launch fresh appeal

John Morrison from Whitburn died at the scene on the A702 near Elsrickle earlier this month.

Daily Record · Jun 20, 2022

Biker who died in horror lorry crash named as Scots cops look for minibus driver

John Morrison, from Whitburn, sadly died after the crash which took place on the A702 earlier this month.

Daily Record · Jun 18, 2022

Tragedy on Lanarkshire country road as motorcyclist dies in horror crash with lorry

Police and ambulance raced to the scene on the A702 yesterday evening.

Daily Record · Jun 7, 2022

Midlothian road closure following crash on A702 near Penicuik

The incident is ongoing with the busy road closed to vehicles until further notice.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 2, 2022