Reminder: A68 to close overnight for resurfacing
Last updated 9th May 2023
One of the Borders busiest roads is set to close overnight for resurfacing.
And motorists are being warned the detour could add up to 10-miles, or 15 minutes, to some journeys.
The work's taking place on the A68 between Jedburgh and the Carter Bar tonight (Tuesday, May 9th) between 7.30pm and 6am, with local diversions in place.
BEAR Scotland, which is carrying out the work, says emergency services will be allowed access at all times, and local access for residents within the closure points will be maintained when it is safe.
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South East Network Manager Tommy Deans said: “These surfacing improvements will help to address the defects on this section of the A68 and will improve the experience for motorists.
“It is essential for safety that we close the road during these works, however we’ve arranged for the project to take place overnight to minimise the impact.
“We thank motorists and the local community in advance for their patience and understanding. We’ll do all we can to complete the work as quickly and safely as possible.”
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