Work is continuing on a major roads improvement project in North Ayrshire.

The scheme involves designing improvements for two substandard junctions on the A737 at Beith, at Headstreet/ Wardrop Street and at Barrmill Road.

Draft road orders have now be publised for the project, marking the start of the statutory consultation period.

Overall, the scheme aims to deliver an overtaking opportunity for northbound traffic and two new roundabouts on the route.


Transport Minister, Humza Yousaf said: "The Scottish Government is working hard to improve the trunk road network in North Ayrshire and also right across the country. This road improvement scheme at Beith, underlines our commitment to communities in North Ayrshire and the surrounding areas.

"At the same time, we are currently progressing the nearby Dalry Bypass scheme with works expected to begin by the end of March 2017.

"When completed, the A737 Improvements at Beith scheme will provide new junctions at Beith to help improve the road system around the town, will also improve traffic flow and bring additional road safety benefits."

A public exhibition for local residents and road users to view the proposals will be held in Beith Community Centre on Friday, 11 November.

(LM)