The A7 is set to benefit from an improved road surface, with a total of ten nights of resurfacing works in two locations between Hawick and Canonbie set to begin on Monday 20 January.
The works will see Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland resurface approximately 1.2km of the A7 carriageway south of Unthank and south of Chapelhill Junction.
To ensure the safety of roadworkers and road users during these works, the following road closures will be in place:
During both sets of closures, a signed diversion route suitable for trunk road traffic will be in place between Hawick and Canonbie, via the A698, A6088, B6357 and B7201. This diversion will add approximately 7.7 miles and 20 minutes to affected journeys.
Emergency services will be given access through the works at all times and local access for residents within the closure points will be maintained when it is safe to pass through the work area.
Emergency services and other relevant stakeholders have been consulted in advance to make them aware of the plans.
Tommy Deans, BEAR Scotland’s South East Network Manager, said: “These surfacing improvements will address defects in the A7 carriageway at these locations, resulting in smoother and safer journeys for road users.
“It’s necessary for safety to close the road while work takes place, however we’ve scheduled these closures during overnight hours to minimise disruption.
“If you need to travel on this part of the A7 during the works, our advice is to plan ahead and allow some extra time for your journey.
“We’re grateful to road users and local residents for their patience and understanding.”
Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland on www.trafficscotland.org, twitter at @trafficscotland or the mobile site my.trafficscotland.org
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