Between July and September 2026, BEAR Scotland delivered a significant programme of maintenance, improvement and renewal works across the South East trunk road network, investing more than £26 million on behalf of Transport Scotland in roads, bridges, safety improvements and routine maintenance, while continuing to keep traffic moving and supporting local communities. Major investment in … Read Full Article

Overnight carriageway closure Wednesday 11 November 2026 The southbound carriageway of the M9 between Junctions 9 and 8 will be closed for carriageway repairs between 19:30 and 06:00 on the night of Wednesday 11 November. A diversion route will be signposted from M9 Junction 9 (Bannockburn) via the M80 southbound to Junction 7 (Haggs), where … Read Full Article

Drainage improvements starting on Monday 16 November 2026 Overnight temporary traffic lights in place until Saturday 28 November 2026 BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will be carrying out essential drainage improvements on the A82 at North Road in Fort William. The works will be carried out between 8pm and 6am from the evening … Read Full Article

Works start on Monday 23 November Convoy in place until Wednesday 2 December BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to carry out resurfacing on the A85 west of Lochawe, between Innis Chonain and Cruachan Power Station, from Monday 23 November. Works will be carried out between the hours of 7am and 7pm … Read Full Article

Over 25,000 tonnes of salt stocked across the South East 58 winter vehicles ready to tackle challenging conditions Newly named gritters set to take to the roads BEAR Scotland is gearing up for another busy winter in the South East, with 58 winter vehicles and more than 25,000 tonnes of salt ready to help keep … Read Full Article

More than 35,000 tonnes of salt stocked across the North West 89-strong winter fleet ready to respond to challenging conditions Newly named gritters set to take to the roads BEAR Scotland is ready for the winter months, with an 89-strong fleet, more than 35,000 tonnes of salt and over 100 skilled operatives available to help … Read Full Article

BEAR Scotland ready for winter service on the A92 between Dundee and Arbroath BEAR Scotland is gearing up for another busy winter on the A92, with a dedicated salt stock of more than 2,500 tonnes and teams ready to help keep traffic on the route moving through the colder months. Responsible for managing and maintaining … Read Full Article

Over 61,000 tonnes of salt stocked ahead of winter 158 winter vehicles ready to tackle challenging conditions ‘Snowlene’ and ‘Lionel Gritchie’ among fleet of newly named gritters BEAR Scotland is gearing up for another busy winter, with a 158-strong fleet and more than 61,000 tonnes of salt ready to help keep Scotland’s trunk road traffic … Read Full Article

Updated 10 November 2026: Due to operational challenges, resurfacing on the A83 north of Carrick Cemetery will now start on Thursday 12 November. Please see the new dates below. Works started on Thursday 17 September Road closure with amnesties in place until Wednesday 25 November BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to … Read Full Article

Traffic lights, lane and footway closures to continue until late January 2027 Occasional overnight bridge closures An ongoing project to refurbish a section of the A985 Kincardine Bridge deck will continue until late January, following delays due to the condition of the bridge and adverse weather. Work has been ongoing on a 150-metre section of … Read Full Article

Update: A scheme has been added to this programme of works. See additional works below. Pedestrian crossing upgrades start on Monday 9 November 2026 Resurfacing works start on Tuesday 17 November 2026 Street lighting works start on Monday 9 December 2026 Daytime and nighttime lane closures with a convoy in operation until mid-December BEAR Scotland, … Read Full Article

Works start on Monday 16 November Temporary traffic lights and convoy system in place until Friday 18 December BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to carry out carriageway resurfacing at four locations on the A9 between Dalwhinnie and Calvine, starting on Monday 16 November. Works will be carried out between 19:00 and … Read Full Article

Overnight works commence 17 November 2026 Overnight works to renew the road surface on the A702 south of Mauricewood Roundabout are set to take place over eight weekdays nights from Tuesday 17 to Friday 20 November and Monday 23 to Thursday 26 November. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the project between … Read Full Article

Overnight slip road closures 30 November to 11 December 2026 The slip roads from Calder Roundabout on the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass to the M8 and A720 westbound will be closed between 20:00 and 04:30 on Monday to Friday nights from 30 November to 4 December, and 7 to 11 December. This is to allow … Read Full Article

Investigation works are planned for four days starting Monday 9 November Lane closures in place until Thursday 12 November BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to carry out essential drainage investigation works on the A9 at Dalshian from Monday 9 November. The investigation works will be undertaken between the hours of 9:30am … Read Full Article

Works start on Monday 16 November Single lane closure and two-way traffic lights with temporary 30mph speed limit until Monday 21 December BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, are set to carry out works to replace three sections of the safety barrier on the A82 alongside Loch Lochy between Letterfinlay and Laggan Locks from … Read Full Article

Local charity Strathearn Building Bridges has received a £750 funding boost from trunk road management and maintenance company BEAR Scotland, which is responsible for maintaining the nearby A85 trunk road which runs through the town of Crieff. Strathearn Building Bridges is a charity supporting people with disabilities and their carers. The funding will support its … Read Full Article

Overnight carriageway closures 19 and 20 November 2026 BEAR Scotland, Transport Scotland’s operating company, is set to carry out essential resurfacing works on the M80 Junction 9 northbound off slip on the nights of Thursday 19 and Friday 20 November. To allow a safe working area around the works, the full northbound carriageway of the … Read Full Article

Works have restarted to construct a new retaining wall Programme is being reviewed, but works may continue until Summer 2027 BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, has recommenced works to construct the retaining wall and install new safety barriers on the A835 at Loch Garve, approximately one mile south of Garve. The existing retaining … Read Full Article

Expect disruption during weekends of 7 November and 14 November 2026 Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is undertaking essential refurbishments of the Cornwall Street and Kirkwood Street footbridges that span the M8 between Junction 21 (Seaward Street) and Junction 23 (Dumbreck), to the south-west of Glasgow City Centre. To allow the bridge spans to … Read Full Article