Work to start on notorious A92 junctions next month

Transport Scotland and BEAR Scotland plan to begin vital safety improvement work on A92 at Star Road and Western Avenue junctions in Glenrothes in February.

Improvements to be completed include a proposed pedestrian crossing and footway realignment at the Star Road junction; extensions to proposed left and right turn lanes at Star Road junction; and a pedestrian crossing at the Western Avenue junction.

The programme of works is expected to last a minimum of 12 weeks in total and should be completed by April. BEAR Scotland have taken steps with a view to minimise disruption to motorists us much as possible during construction, and the timetable could be amended depending on weather conditions and Covid-19 restrictions and these will be kept under review.

The plans from Transport Scotland and BEAR Scotland follows a campaign led by North Glenrothes Community Council to make the A92 safer for pedestrians and drivers.

Welcoming the confirmed improvement work, Jenny Gilruth MSP said: “I have been working closely with the local community, including Glenrothes Futures Group and North Glenrothes Community Council, since 2016 to make a compelling case for improving the A92 junctions in Glenrothes.

“I’m delighted that the Scottish Government Transport Secretary listened to our case and has taken decisive action to improve safety on the A92 for road users and pedestrians. I know the investment in this improvement work will be welcomed by everyone in the community.

“Looking beyond this work, there are other areas of the A92 as it passes through alongside Glenrothes that still require to be looked at, including at the Bankhead Roundabout and at Leven Bridge. I will continue to liaise with Transport Scotland and BEAR Scotland as the work at the junctions gets underway next month and to ensure work is progressed as quickly as possible. I am really grateful to Glenrothes Futures Group and to the Community Council for their persistent work on highlighting the need for these essential improvements to the A92.”