Speed restrictions have been extended along one of the north-east’s busiest roads from today.
The 50mph limit currently in place between Balmedie and Blackdog, on the A90 Aberdeen-Fraserburgh road, has now been extended to cover a wider area, between the Murcar and Ellon roundabouts at Tipperty.
Transport Scotland says the extended restrictions have been put in place to allow construction teams to carry out Aberdeen Bypass works safely.
This extension of the speed restriction will enable road workers to progress construction safely.
A spokeswoman for the project said: “Sections of the A90 between the Murcar and Ellon roundabouts are already subject to a 50mph speed restriction but this is now being extended. The change to the speed limit is necessary to ensure workers can construct the new road safely while road users continue to use the A90.
“We strongly advise road users to plan their routes before they set off on their journey. As with any changes of this kind, we recommend that all drivers using these routes apply more caution than usual to familiarise themselves with the new layout.”
The extension follows the introduction of average speed cameras between Blackdog and Balmedie, which went live last week.
For more information on the various measures in place, visit www.transport.gov.scot