Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is undertaking essential resurfacing on the westbound A725 in East Kilbride, between Whitemoss Roundabout and Birniehill Roundabout, from Sunday 3rd August until Saturday 9th August 2025. This work will require overnight closures of the westbound A725 carriageway between 8pm and 6am each night, as well as overnight lane closures […]
Welsh Drive in Blantyre will be fully closed on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 9am to 9pm for Scottish Water repairs. The closure affects the section between Auchinraith Road and Maxwell Crescent, with diversions in place. The repair work is expected to last only one day.
A new roundabout at Blantyre Farm Road and Calder Road aims to enhance road safety and smooth traffic flow. While some drivers appreciate reduced congestion and improved safety, others criticize the design for being oversized, potentially encouraging speeding and causing backups during quieter times. Local feedback is encouraged.
Blantyre Industrial Estate’s main road, Central Avenue, will be closed for two days on July 24th and 25th between First and Third Road. Traffic will be diverted via Central Avenue, First Road, West Avenue, and Third Road.
South Lanarkshire Council will close Hunthill Road and Bardykes Road for maintenance from July 21 to July 25, 2025. A full road closure will restrict access from Main Street to Glasgow Road. Local residents can access their properties, but diversions for other traffic are provided via Main Street and surrounding roads.
Blantyre Farm (Ferme) Road has officially re-opened after six months of construction. The new roundabout and lit junction are now operational, and the previous diversions have been eliminated. This development marks a significant improvement for local traffic. Photos by Jim Donnelly showcase the updates.
Scottish Power will begin roadworks on Glasgow Road next week, lasting up to 40 days. Starting on Monday, July 21, 2025, the utility company will install a new 11KV cable along the A724, affecting traffic with temporary lights and restricted lanes from Annfield Gardens to Hamilton Road.
South Lanarkshire Council Roads & Transportation will repair the Priory Culvert near Priory Bridge on Glasgow Road from Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Lane restrictions will be implemented for safety, but the majority of the work will occur underground, resulting in minimal disruption for drivers. The project is expected to be completed in two days.