The Courier & Advertiser (Perth and Perthshire Edition)
M90 drivers braced for long delays due to M90 resurfacing
Roads: Four days scheduled next week to resurface section of motorway
Motorists can expect to face delays during peak time at the start of next week when roadworks begin on a stretch of the M90 Inverkeithing to Perth motorway.
The £220,000 resurfacing work, which BEAR Scotland states is needed due to potholes and cracks forming over the winter months, is scheduled to last for four days, finishing at 10pm on Thursday.
People who use the busy motorway have been advised to allow extra time for their journey, due to the roadworks.
Both northbound lanes of the M90 between junctions eight and nine at Glenfarg will be closed through the duration of the roadworks, with a single lane being open, with vehicles using the hard shoulder through the area of the work.
A spokesperson for BEAR Scotland yesterday said: “The resurfacing work is being carried out following the deterioration of the surface over the winter period and will address any existing carriageway defects, creating a smoother and safer road surface for motorists.
“The works will start at 6am on Monday and are scheduled to be completed by 10pm on Thursday.”
She added: “The resurfacing improvements will require both lanes of the M90 northbound to be closed for the safety of roadworkers and motorists during the works. A single lane of northbound traffic will be open with vehicles using the hard shoulder through the area of the improvements.
“Consultation will take place with local residents and stakeholders in advance of the resurfacing to make them aware of the traffic management arrangements and to minimise any inconvenience.”
Andy Thompson, BEAR Scotland’s north- east unit representative, commented: “These works will repair a number of cracks, potholes and other issues which will improve the general condition and safety of the road for motorists.
“The resurfacing has been scheduled to minimise delays, however, we encourage motorists to plan their journeys in advance and allow some extra time to reach their destination.”