Resurfacing from Sunday 27 July Full road closures between 7pm and 6am with amnesties in place   On behalf of Transport Scotland, BEAR Scotland will be carrying out essential road surfacing improvements on the A86 between Strathmashie and Roy Bridge, with works set to get underway from Sunday 27 July.   The project will see … Read Full Article

Overnight road closures 29 July to 14 August 2025 The A7 is set to benefit from an improved road surface, with 13 nights of resurfacing works planned between 29 July and 14 August near Linhope, approximately 12 miles south of Hawick. The project will see Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland renew approximately 1.9km of … Read Full Article

Works will begin Tuesday 22 July until Saturday 9 August 2025 10 nights of road closures with hourly amnesties in place   BEAR Scotland will undertake essential resurfacing and road marking improvements on the A83 carriageway at Barfad Brae, North of Tarbert, from Tuesday 22 July until Saturday 9 August. Carried out on behalf of … Read Full Article

In the years following the pandemic, the A9 between Perth and Inverness saw a troubling rise in fatal and serious collisions. In response, Transport Scotland established the A9 Partnership Safety Group, bringing together key partners including BEAR Scotland, WJ, and Clearview Intelligence to deliver targeted improvements on this vital route. Together, we developed and implemented … Read Full Article

In one of the most significant upgrades to the historic Kincardine Bridge in recent years, an 80-metre section of the structure was successfully replaced earlier this year. The £16.85 million contract was awarded to Balfour Beatty in February 2023, marking a major milestone in the ongoing preservation of the Category A listed bridge. The Kincardine … Read Full Article

Overnight road closures 24, 25 and 28 July 2025 Overnight works to renew the road surface on the A702 south of Hillend are set to take place between 19:30 and 06:30 on the nights of Thursday 24, Friday 25 and Monday 28 July. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the project. For … Read Full Article

Works to start Sunday 13 July to Friday 23 August (six weeks)   Essential safety upgrades to the central reservation barrier on the M8 between Junction 3 at Drumshoreland and the rail bridge west of Junction 2 at Claylands are set to begin on the night of Sunday 13 July 2025. The works will be … Read Full Article

Works start on Sunday 27 July Overnight lane closures in place until the morning of Thursday 31 July   BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, are set to begin road resurfacing works on the A828 south of Connel Bridge from Sunday 27 July.   Works will be carried out between the hours of 7pm … Read Full Article

Essential stabilisation works extended to Saturday 9 August Single lane closure under traffic lights with 30mph speed restriction remains in place 10-minute all-stop periods during high-risk activity   BEAR Scotland, operating on behalf of Transport Scotland, is continuing with vital rockslope stabilisation works on the A828 between Ledaig and Benderloch between the hours of 7am … Read Full Article

Public ballot for free guided tours inside Queensferry Crossing deck Charity raffle to visit Queensferry Crossing tower top Members of the public are to be offered free guided tours of the interior of the Queensferry Crossing deck, hosted by Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland. The event will form part of Doors Open Days, Scotland’s … Read Full Article

Overnight eastbound carriageway closures 3 and 4 July 2025 Access maintained from M90 to Newbridge Roundabout and airport The eastbound carriageway of the M9 will be closed at Junction 1A from 20:30 to 06:00 on the nights of Thursday 3 and Friday 4 July, for investigation work in advance of future resurfacing. Access from the … Read Full Article

Carriageway Improvements from Monday 7 July for 12 days Daytime Lane Closures with Convoy   Road users travelling along the A86 West of Laggan Dam will soon benefit from road improvements with resurfacing works set to be carried out by BEAR Scotland on behalf of Transport Scotland.   Resurfacing works will take place from Monday … Read Full Article

Overnight works commence Friday 11 July 2025 A four-week programme of overnight works to renew the road surface and replace bridge joints on sections of the A720 Edinburgh City Bypass is set to begin on Friday 11 July. Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the improvements between 20:30 and 06:00 on Monday … Read Full Article

Overnight slip road closure 7 July 2025 BEAR Scotland, Transport Scotland’s operating company, is set to carry out investigation works in advance of future resurfacing on the M80 Junction 9 northbound off-slip. To allow the works to be carried out safely, the slip road will be closed between the hours of 20:30 and 06:00 on … Read Full Article

Drainage works start on Monday 7 July for three days Two-way temporary traffic lights between 8am and 4:30pm   BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to carry out essential drainage investigation works on the A85, west of the junction with St Conan’s Road in Loch Awe Village from Monday 7 July.   … Read Full Article

Overnight slip road closures Wednesday 2, 3 and 4 July 2025 BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is to carry out investigation works on three slip roads on the A720 Edinburgh Bypass in advance of future resurfacing. The Calder westbound off-slip, the Lasswade westbound on-slip and the Millerhill westbound on-slip will be subject to … Read Full Article

BEAR Scotland, which operates and maintains the A92 between Dundee and Arbroath, has donated £750 to MS Therapy Tayside to help the charity continue supporting those with MS and other inflammatory conditions through oxygen therapy. Through its Regional Charity Initiative, BEAR Scotland encourages employees to nominate charities that matter to them, helping support good causes … Read Full Article

Update 8 July 2025: Due to resources being required elsewhere, overnight road resurfacing on the A82 Invergarry will now start on Monday 14 July. Please see new dates below.   Works start on Monday 14 July Overnight road closures in place until the morning of Friday 18 July BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland … Read Full Article

Urgent repairs will be carried out from 7pm on Friday 27 June Traffic will be held for short intervals of around 10 minutes   BEAR Scotland is advising road users and the local community that Connel Bridge on the A828 will be closed for short periods on the evening of Friday 27 June to allow … Read Full Article

Update 11 July 2025: Following a review of the programme, the number of nights required to resurface three locations on the A830 has been reduced. Works are now anticipated to be completed by the morning of Friday 25 July. Please see new dates below.   Works begin on Monday 14 July Overnight road closures in … Read Full Article