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ONE OF THE BUSIEST roundabouts in Elgin is undergoing improvement works from the end of February that are likely to cause major disruption.
Moray Council have said that a traffic light system is being introduced at the junction of Hay Street, Northfield Terrace and South Street – currently served by a mini-roundabout.
The works are the result of public consultations on Elgin’s new Transport Strategy, which identified the junction as in need of major changes.
As a result, diversions will be in place as each branch of the roundabout is closed for the installation works to be completed. Once installed, the junction will change to a crossroads, with ‘smart’ traffic lights that can be programmed to alter traffic flows at peak times.
The works are expected to take a maximum of 12 weeks to complete. Diversions will be clearly signposted for the duration, and maps indicating the temporary routes will be on the council’s website.