M80 average speed camera enforcement ends

From BEAR Scotland media release 14/12/2024

Works to repair subsidence in the slip road exiting the northbound M80 at Junction 9 have been completed.

The road is now open to traffic as normal and temporary speed restrictions on the M80 are no longer in force.

The slip road was closed for safety on 28 June, as a result of significant subsidence in the carriageway. Since August, traffic had been using a temporary link road that was constructed to bypass the area where subsidence occurred.

Repair works involved excavating an area of approximately 1000m² to a depth of 1.5 metres and then reconstructing it with layers of stone and carefully positioned geotextiles for reinforcement, before a new sub-base and road surface was laid. This design was informed by extensive site investigations.

Tommy Deans, BEAR Scotland’s South East Network Manager, said: “Works to repair subsidence and reinstate the slip road have progressed well and we’re pleased to have reopened the road on schedule before Christmas.

“The speed limit on the M80 is now back to normal and Police Scotland’s average speed cameras will be removed within the next few days. Temporary reduced speed limits had been required for safety due to tighter than normal bends in the temporary link road.

“Our thanks go to road users and local businesses for their patience and understanding while we investigated and resolved this issue.”

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