New Traffic Restrictions on North West Scotland Roads Starting September 2025

Attention all drivers in North West Scotland! Significant changes are coming to several major roads starting September 1, 2025, with a blend of temporary prohibitions and speed restrictions aimed at facilitating road works. Here's what you need to know:

What's Happening? The Scottish Ministers have issued a new order that will temporarily restrict traffic on specific roads due to necessary road works. This involves:

• Prohibitions on road use and overtaking.
• Temporary speed limits on various stretches of road.

Key Restrictions:

1. Road Use and Overtaking:

   • Certain roads will see complete closures or restrictions on overtaking, marked clearly with traffic signs.

2. Speed Limits:

   • Speed limits will be reduced to either 50 mph or 30 mph, depending on the specific road and its conditions.
   • Convoy working will be implemented in some areas, requiring drivers to follow a lead vehicle at speeds not exceeding 10 mph.

Affected Roads:

• M9/A9 Edinburgh – Stirling – Thurso Trunk Road: Various sections, including those near Pitlochry, Dunkeld, Inverness, and more, will have a 50 mph speed limit.
• A82 Dalnottar – Inverness Trunk Road: Sections around Fort William and beyond will have speed limits reduced to 30 mph.
• A83, A828, A830, A835, A84, A85, A86, A87, A889 Trunk Roads: Various sections will have a 30 mph speed limit.

Exemptions: Emergency vehicles and vehicles used in the execution of the road works are exempt from these prohibitions and speed restrictions.

Duration: These changes are effective from September 1, 2025, and will remain in place until December 1, 2025.

Why the Change? These measures are necessary to ensure the safety of both road users and workers while essential road improvements are carried out.

Plan Ahead: Drivers are encouraged to plan their routes accordingly, considering these changes and potential alternative routes.

Stay informed and drive safely!