A7 to close for essential repairs in Selkirk

Published 16 Feb 2010 13:25 0 Comments

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by Ben McGregor

MONTHS of misery came to an end for motorists when the new link road in Galashiels finally reopened this week.

Following years of delays and planning wrangles, Scottish Borders Council has announced the latest section of the Galashiels Inner Relief Road between Abbotsford Road and Paton Street has been completed. It will be named Braw Lads Brae.

However, Albert Place will remain closed to through traffic to allow the contractor to complete the last public utility diversion and finish construction of the new junction.

During this last phase access will continue to be maintained for local businesses on Albert Place, via Paton Street. It is anticipated that the whole of the works will be complete by mid March.

Meanwhile, long-awaited repairs on the main road in Selkirk are finally set to get underway.

However, roads contractor Bear Scotland has confirmed the A7 will be closed between the Fleece Hotel and Tower Street overnight on Sunday (February 21) to allow the works to take place. Diversions will be put in place.

Ian Stewart, Operating Company Representative for the South East Unit, said: "Works have been planned to take place overnight to minimise disruption to the local community and the travelling public. We regret that there will be some disturbance for local residents because of the noise but we will do all that we can to minimise it.

"Some delays are also expected and we advise motorists to plan their journeys ahead. We would like to thank the local community for their patience while these repairs are carried out."

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