Work set to get underway on latest phase of Broughty Ferry flood defence scheme

Broughty Ferry's one step closer to having a new 15-million-pound flood protection scheme.

It's after a temporary working platform was completed along the beach at Douglas Terrace and Fisher Street - allowing construction to get underway this week.

Alan Ross convener of Dundee City Council’s city development committee said: “Flood protection for our coastal communities is crucial, and as well as ensuring effectiveness and value for money, this scheme will be attractive and in keeping with the buildings and streetscape around it.

“A lot of preparation work went into making sure that people and properties are protected in the best possible way with the minimum loss of amenity.

“It will also incorporate active travel works and we have kept the community informed and engaged at every step of the process.”

The latest phase includes improvements for cyclists and pedestrians between Broughty Ferry Castle and the west end of Douglas Terrace.

The full project's due to be finished by the summer of 2022.

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