Gaelic Road Signs Misspelled

Spelling errors in the Gaelic translations on cycle path signs in Inverness.

Published 13th May 2015

It appears the Gaelic translations on cycle path signs in Inverness have been misspelled.

The signs, near the Ness Islands, were commissioned by Transport Scotland.

The gaffe means 'City Centre' becomes 'Big Town Unit' and the Muirtown Basin is referred to as 'heather bath'.

A spokesperson for Transport Scotland said: "Our contractor is looking at them and corrections will be carried-out where required.”

A Highland Council spokesperson said: “We have checked and this is a Transport Scotland project to extend the National Cycle Network through Sustrans.

“We have been involved with the project to provide advice regarding the route, particularly where it lies on or is near to the Great Glen Way.

“We have not, however, had any involvement with the Gaelic signage.”