The Press and Journal (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)
A90 drivers could see more speed cameras
Traffic: Speed limit on this section to be reduced to 50mph for safety
Average-speed cameras could soon be in place on another stretch of one of the north-east’s busiest roads.
The devices would be put in place on the A90 Aberdeen Dundee road.
Average-speed cameras could soon be in place on another stretch of one of the north-east’s busiest roads.
The devices would be put in place on the A90 Aberdeen-Dundee road, south of the city near Charleston.
Transport Scotland has announced the speed limit on that part of the road will be reduced to 50mph as part of the next stage of work on the Aberdeen bypass.
The work, which involves the construction of a new bridge over the Charleston Junction and A90 slip roads, will start next week.
The same stretch of the route will also be widened to three lanes in both directions, while the nearby A956 will also be re-alligned.
As a result of the works, there will be a number of traffic management measures put in place.
Access from the Banchory-Devenick road onto the A90 will be permanently closed, with signed diversions in place, from Wednesday.
In addition there will be a 50mph speed limit imposed at Charleston.
Transport chiefs have also said they are considering using temporary average-speed cameras to ensure the safety of workers and motorists.
A Transport Scotland spokeswoman said: “The works due to be undertaken at Charleston are extensive and it is therefore necessary to implement comprehensive traffic management measures to ensure the safety of road users and construction workers.
“It will take time for road users to become accustomed to the new restrictions at Charleston and we are therefore strongly encouraging road users to apply more caution than usual when driving through or nearby this section of the A90.
“Road users should also observe the 50mph speed restriction and road signage to enhance their safety, as well as the safety of others.
“Road users may find it useful to plan their journeys in advance.
“Maps showing how some typical journeys will change at the Charleston junction are on the AWPR/B-T project website and will give an idea of what to expect.”