The City of Edinburgh Council will begin works to improve roads, pavements and drainage in the capital’s Old Town.
The works, which aim to improve walking and road conditions between Castlehill and George IV Bridge and Upper Bow, will get underway on Monday, September 23.
The council said the works form part of a 10-month project which is expected to be complete by July next year and will enhance road safety and includes the reconstruction of the existing natural stone setts.
The project will be carried out in four phases and will see some areas close to traffic but access for pedestrians and emergency services vehicles will be maintained at all times. There are no expected changes to bus services during phase 1. Temporary parking restrictions will be introduced with on-street signage providing details of specific restrictions.
The four phases will run consecutively with a temporarily stop during the busy festive period to minimise disruption. Works are expected to take place Mondays to Saturdays between 7.30am and 5pm. Eastbound traffic will be maintained during phase 1, but Lawnmarket will be closed to through traffic from December 2024.
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