£12m cycle lanes to keep bikes away from cars on Edinburgh's busiest roads
One new route will stretch from George Street to The Meadows while the other will wind through the west of the city.
Last updated 20th Sep 2017
Cyclists are to be kept separate from other vehicles along some of Edinburgh's busiest roads with the creation of two new routes.
One of the dedicated lanes will stretch from George Street to The Meadows while the other will run from Roseburn to Edinburgh Park.
The city council and Transport Scotland will share the £12 million cost.
Transport Convener Councillor Lesley Macinnes said: "We are absolutely delighted that not one but two City of Edinburgh Council active travel projects have been awarded vitally important funding.
"As the fastest growing city in Scotland - and second fastest in the UK - it's critical that we put people at the very heart of our transport infrastructure.
"Making Edinburgh as easy as possible to get around on foot, by bike and by public transport helps everyone in this city.
"It will greatly improve residents' and visitors' health and well being, reduce frustrating traffic congestion and harmful pollution and send a clear signal to the world that the Capital is a people-friendly place.
The 'West Edinburgh Active Travel Network' will connect the Gyle shopping centre, Edinburgh Park, Napier and Heriot Watt campuses, East Craigs, Broomhouse, Saughton, Sighthill and Wester Hailes.
The Meadows to George Street project will create a direct cycle link between the Old and New Towns via Forrest Road, George IV Bridge, the Mound and Hanover Street.