Improved rail link essential

Sir, - So far the new Queensferry Crossing has been less effective than the existing road bridge, with long queues southbound.

Early sightseers have not helped, but the basic problem of living north of the Forth will continue for as long as there are only two southbound traffic lanes.

The new crossing will mistakenly encourage more development in Fife, as did the existing bridge, making traffic even heavier.

An improved rail link for commuters, to cover

Dunfermline and Kinross, is now essential.

Malcolm Parkin. Gamekeepers Road, Kinnesswood, Kinross.

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