UPDATE: Phase two of dual carriageway improvements for the A9 are now set to get underway from Tuesday 10 September, a day earlier than planned.

• Phase two of A9 carriageway improvements start Tuesday 10 September

• 24 hour lane closures with night time convoy

BEAR Scotland, working on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to start the second phase of essential surfacing improvements on the northbound dual carriageway of the A9 just north of Slochd to Findhorn Bridge, near Inverness. These improvements are a continuation of work carried out in June and August.

This second phase will complete surfacing in both lanes and provide fresh road markings, with works beginning at 7pm on Tuesday 10 September. This phase will continue over 17 nights with all works due to be completed by 6am on the morning of Wednesday 2 October.

To ensure the safety of both workers and road users, 24 hour single lane closures will be in place on the northbound carriageway with a convoy system in place between 7pm and 6am to control traffic through the site.

When operatives are working on lane two northbound, it will also necessary to close lane two southbound at nights for safety purposes.

Access through the works site for emergency services will be maintained at all times.

Ian Stewart, BEAR Scotland’s North West Representative said: “This crucial surfacing project on the A9 will continue work to fix existing defects and significantly enhance the driving experience for all road users.

“Our teams are committed to executing these works quickly with safety as our top priority. We extend our gratitude to the local community and road users for their patience while we complete the improvements.

“To minimise delays, we recommend that motorists plan their journeys in advance by consulting the Traffic Scotland website for real-time travel updates.”

Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland on www.traffic.gov.scot, X @trafficscotland or on the mobile site my.trafficscotland.org.