Improvement works are set to begin at the A9 Raigmore Interchange in Inverness in January 2026, with overnight restrictions expected for up to four months.
BEAR Scotland is carrying out the works on behalf of Transport Scotland following investigation works completed during summer 2025.
The project will introduce permanent traffic signal control at the interchange along with improvements for vulnerable road users aimed at strengthening active travel options in the area.
Preliminary works are scheduled to begin on Wednesday 7 January 2026, with more extensive construction activity due to start later in the month.
All works are expected to be completed by Friday 1 May 2026, subject to weather conditions.
To protect both road users and roadworkers, changes will be made to the existing layout of the Raigmore Interchange roundabout during the construction period.
Single lane closures will be in place on the roundabout and its approaches at various stages of the project.
To reduce disruption, lane closures will be limited to overnight off peak periods between 7pm and 6am.
No daytime closures are planned, although lane widths may be narrower than usual to allow sufficient working space.
Footways around the interchange are also expected to be affected, with localised diversions introduced at points throughout the works to maintain pedestrian safety.
Euan Scott, North West Representative at BEAR Scotland, said the project forms part of a longer term vision for the interchange.
“These works are part of long term aspirations to upgrade Raigmore Interchange to permanent signal control and improve active travel links in the area.
“The traffic management is essential to keep roadworkers, drivers, and pedestrians safe during this project as our teams will be working at the roadside, footways, and grass verges, however, we will do all we can to complete the works as quickly and as safely as possible.
“We encourage road users to plan their journey in advance by checking the Traffic Scotland website for up to date traffic information and allow some extra time to reach their destination.”
Drivers and pedestrians are being advised to remain alert in the area while the works are underway and to follow all temporary signage in place.
