The development of the new Inverness West Link is to go ahead, following news that all four objectors to the Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) have withdrawn.

The Highland Council has been in discussions with all of the landowners, including those who had objected to the Compulsory Purchase Order.

Chair of the Council’s Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee, Councillor Thomas Prag said: "I’m very pleased that our discussions have proved to be so positive and would like to thank all parties for coming to the table to reach agreement. It means we can now get on with our preparations for building the road and paving the way to a better economic future for the area and reduced congestion for the city."


The Council at Committee on the 12 March agreed to progress with The West Link project, together with the re-location of Torvean golf course and the Canal Parks Enhancement Project, to make way for the new road.

(IT/MH)