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Special Progress Update Issue

  • First Minister, John Swinney, Visits Destiny Bridge
  • Perth's New Active Travel Network
  • Latest Drone Footage of CTLR
  • The CTLR team at Work in Your Community
  • Meet Cameron Neil, CTLR's Summer Engineering Student
  • Project update from John Slaven, Senior Project Manager, BAM UK & Ireland

First Minister, John Swinney, Visits CTLR Project

First Minister, John Swinney, visited the Cross Tay Link Road project this week to witness the final stages in the structural completion of Destiny Bridge.

Along with local PKC leaders and politicians, Mr Swinney was given a full progress update on the £150m project.

Mr Swinney commented, “The Cross Tay Link Road project represents a significant financial commitment from the Scottish Government, with £40m of financial support invested.

“As a key element of the Perth Transport Futures project, the CTLR is hugely important to the future of Perth & Kinross. It will undoubtedly transform travel across the region as well as reducing pollution in Perth city centre, and in turn, will unlock the economic potential of the area.”

Perth and Kinross Council leader Councillor Grant Laing said: “The completion of Destiny Bridge will be an important milestone in what is the largest infrastructure project ever undertaken in Perth and Kinross.
Perth’s location and well-connected road network is key to its long term economic-success and will help deliver a cleaner and more sustainable city centre.”

Jillian Ferguson, Roads & Infrastructure Manager, commented, “We have made good progress this summer and I’m pleased to have welcomed the First Minister and our local elected representatives to witness the efforts of the team.  These final few weeks mark a significant milestone within the project, and I am delighted to report that structural work on Destiny Bridge is expected to complete mid-September.”

Project completion is due for Spring 2025, when the benefits of Destiny Bridge and the new 6km stretch of road (New Kingsway) linking the A9 and A94 north of Scone will come to fruition.  Addressing the long-term transportation needs of the area, the project will divert traffic away from the most congested parts of the city centre, improving traffic flow and reducing journey times, as well as easing congestion and air pollution, thus providing opportunities to introduce measures for sustainable travel modes.

More on the CTLR website > 

Perth's New Active Travel Network


Due to open fully in Spring 2025 the new Active Travel Paths Network will include a central hub at the new Park-And-Choose allowing motorists to park just out of town and switch to foot, bike or wheelchair. Located at the old A9 site, this hub will include a picnic area with wheelchair accessible benches, car parking, cycle shelters and EV charging points.

Stretching from Stormontfield along the New Kingsway and over Destiny Bridge, highlights for walkers, joggers and cyclists, will include the Green Bridge and Living Bench, the Wetland’s Bird Hide and picnic area, and the Souterrain which was excavated during initial earth works. 

More on the CTLR website > 

Cameron Neil, PKC Summer Student


Over a nine-week period in summer 2024, Cameron Neil, a Dundee University student about to enter the third year of a Civil Engineering degree, completed a summer placement with PKC on the Cross Tay Link Road Project.

More on the website > 

A Bird's Eye View


The Cross Tay Link Road project covers a 7km stretch of road from Stormontfield, along the New Kingsway, and over Destiny Bridge. Witness the amazing progress made this summer with our latest drone footage from Broadwing Media.

The CTLR Team At Work in Your Community

  • Letham Primary School Careers Fair, 04/09/24
  • Blairgowrie High School, Paper Build A Bridge, 06/09/24
  • Upgrade to Balbeggie Play Park, 06/09/24
  • UHI Perth Site Visit, 11/09/24
  • Blairgowrie High School Site Visit, 12/9/24
  • Kinnoull Primary School, Paper Build A Bridge, 19/09/24
  • Bertha Park High School and Perth Academy Site Visit, 24/09/24

Read More: 

Project Update from John Slaven


Work continues to progress on the Cross Tay Link Road project; the following update was issued on September 15th, 2024.

John Slaven, Senior Project Manager for BAM UK & Ireland, commented, "We achieved a significant project milestone in August when we successfully connected the main span of Destiny Bridge. It’s testament to the dedication and ingenuity of the entire team that the opposing east and west spans - cast incrementally since Spring - met as intended. Temporary works have now been removed to allow construction of the final back-span segment which will see completion of the bridge superstructure by the end of September.

"We have also advanced follow-on works where possible including bridge deck waterproofing, and the addition of the protection layer. Elsewhere, we have made steady progress with residual groundworks, surfacing and finishes on both the A9 and the New Kingsway.”

Jillian Ferguson, Roads & Infrastructure Manager, commented, “As summer comes to a close I am pleased to confirm the main span of Destiny Bridge is now complete. Steady progression has been made across both the A9 and New Kingsway and we are in a strong position going into winter.

"Alongside this, the Community Artwork trail has gained real momentum with two out of four artworks now in place. I am confident that we are currently on target for project completion in Spring 2025, winter weather allowing."

Destiny Bridge

The main span connection stitch (West Pier-Main Span-15) has now been cast providing continuity of the deck from the east abutment through to the west pier, and final west side-span segment. Bridge deck waterproofing and protection layer works have commenced and will be followed by installation of precast fascia panels which will facilitate construction of the parapet upstand beams.

Work has now begun to remove temporary works including the formwork travellers used in deck construction, access scaffolding, temporary propping and the east pier cofferdam. The reinforced earth structure adjoining the east abutment is all but complete.

New Kingsway

Miscellaneous finishing works have continued over the past few weeks, including final bulk earthworks, available landscaping, surfacing to footpaths and carriageways where possible, and remaining drainage and ducting works. In the coming period we will look to complete landscaping to the Green Bridge as far as we possibly can.

A9

The new A9 alignment is fully-established and working well for drivers, and ancillary works such as bus-bays, footpaths, and accommodation works are completed. The earthworks and drainage along the old A9 route continue and are nearing completion. Landscaping has also been advanced wherever possible.

Considerable progress on the reinforced earth approach embankment has been achieved and the structure will complete in September. This, along with completion of the Destiny Bridge Deck will ultimately provide a continuous route from the A9, over the Highland Mainline Railway, River Tay and to the New Kingsway. Upon completion of the reinforced earth wall, adjacent follow on works such as drainage, ducting, surfacing and finishes can begin.

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Special Progress Update Issue

  • First Minister, John Swinney, Visits Destiny Bridge
  • Project update from Derek Walsh, Contract Manager, BAM UK & Ireland
  • The Central Stitch Process
  • Community Meeting - Wednesday 28th August

First Minister, John Swinney, Visits CTLR Project

First Minister, John Swinney, visited the Cross Tay Link Road project this week to witness the final stages in the structural completion of Destiny Bridge.

Along with local PKC leaders and politicians, Mr Swinney was given a full progress update on the £150m project.

Mr Swinney commented, “The Cross Tay Link Road project represents a significant financial commitment from the Scottish Government, with £40m of financial support invested.

“As a key element of the Perth Transport Futures project, the CTLR is hugely important to the future of Perth & Kinross. It will undoubtedly transform travel across the region as well as reducing pollution in Perth city centre, and in turn, will unlock the economic potential of the area.”

Perth and Kinross Council leader Councillor Grant Laing said: “The completion of Destiny Bridge will be an important milestone in what is the largest infrastructure project ever undertaken in Perth and Kinross.
Perth’s location and well-connected road network is key to its long term economic-success and will help deliver a cleaner and more sustainable city centre.”

Jillian Ferguson, Roads & Infrastructure Manager, commented, “We have made good progress this summer and I’m pleased to have welcomed the First Minister and our local elected representatives to witness the efforts of the team.  These final few weeks mark a significant milestone within the project, and I am delighted to report that structural work on Destiny Bridge is expected to complete mid-September.”

Project completion is due for Spring 2025, when the benefits of Destiny Bridge and the new 6km stretch of road (New Kingsway) linking the A9 and A94 north of Scone will come to fruition.  Addressing the long-term transportation needs of the area, the project will divert traffic away from the most congested parts of the city centre, improving traffic flow and reducing journey times, as well as easing congestion and air pollution, thus providing opportunities to introduce measures for sustainable travel modes.

More on the CTLR website > 

Project Update from Derek Walsh


Work continues to progress on the Cross Tay Link Road project; the following update was issued on August 14th, 2024.

Destiny Bridge
Both the east abutment receiving segment (EP-SS15) and the west abutment receiving segment (WP-SS16) are now complete. 

The construction of the balanced cantilever reinforced concrete bridge deck segments has continued with all fifty-four segments now complete. The careful construction sequence used has ensured perfect balance is maintained throughout the process.

In addition, the first (EP-SS14) of three the stitch segments is complete and the bridge superstructure (deck) is scheduled for completion by mid-September 2024. (See below)

New Kingsway
Several key elements including traffic signs, street lighting, vehicle safety barriers, and landscaping are all nearing completion between the A93 and A94 roundabouts. Surfacing has also progressed well. Remaining works on signage and verge finishes will complete next period.

The Green Bridge at Highfield is complete with only final touches to landscaping to come.  This important connection between the new road and Highfield Woods serves as a crossing for local wildlife, and active travel users.  

The Living Bench public artwork installation is also complete and sits atop the Green Bridge. Work on the artwork mural under the bridge will be complete by end of August 2024.

A9
The new A9 alignment is fully established and working well for drivers, and ancillary works such as bus-bays, footpaths, and accommodation works are completed.

The earthworks and drainage along the old A9 route continue, but drainage for the new Park-and-Choose area is now complete.

Finishing works on the A9 overbridge superstructure, including kerbing, ducting and hard landscaping, and surfacing works on adjacent roundabouts are also complete.

Work on the reinforced earth approach embankment, connecting the new A9 junction to Destiny bridge, continues. The Denmarkfield Access Portal precast units have been installed and the connecting reinforced earth panel retaining wall has commenced. This structure, when completed, will maintain through-access for local properties, as well as cyclists and pedestrians. Active travellers have been temporarily diverted from the A9 onto the existing riverside core path, enabling works to progress here safely.

Stitching Destiny Bridge

The First Minister's visit coincided with the second of three central stitch pours on Destiny Bridge. 

Derek Walsh, contracts manager for BAM UK & Ireland, CTLR’s main contractor explained, “There are three stich segments which tie the structure together upon completion. The first was poured on July 23 and is located at the east end of the structure.

“The second and third stitches are carefully constructed following a precise construction sequence; this week, we’ve carried out the internal kentledge concrete pour on the east section of the bridge, and this will be followed by alignment checks, stressing work, and the second stitch. The third and final west end stitch will be completed mid-September 2024.”

First stitch, segment EP-SS14 which is located on the east end of the structure.

  • This was poured on 23 July 2024
Second stitch, segment WP-MS15 is centrally located on structure.
  • This is carefully constructed following a precise construction sequence
  • Presently, all the east part of the structure is stressed using post tensioning cables
  • Followed closely by an internal kentledge concrete pour which is scheduled for early w/c 12 August 2024.
  • This facilitate the installation of alignment device between the two opposing decks (west WP-MS14 / east EP-MS14), the alignment device is required to ensure that both decks are at the same level
  • Upon completion of the alignment device installation, the stitch can be completed – scheduled for completion during w/c 19 August 2024
Third (final) stitch, segment WP-SS15 which is located on the west end of the structure.
  • Like the second stitch, this is carefully constructed following a precise construction sequence
  • Stress the main deck continuity tendons (segments WP-MS06 through to EP-MS06)
  • Carefully remove the western pier temporary prop using hydraulic jacks
  • As above, place alignment device between the two opposing decks (WP-SS14 & WP-SS16)
  • Upon completion of the alignment device installation, the stitch can be completed - scheduled for completion during w/c 09 September 2024

Quarterly Community Meeting | Wednesday 28th August | 6pm to 7pm 

The CTLR Community Benefits Team will continue to hold a quarterly Community Meeting at their Stormontfield Office to ensure local residents are kept up to date, and, importantly, have an opportunity to have their say.

These meetings will offer updates and the chance to speak to our engineers and community benefits team.

The meeting on Wednesday 28th August 2024, 6pm to 7pm, will cover:

- Cross Tay Link Road project updates

- Community Benefits updates

- Community Artwork Update

Quarterly Community Meeting | August 28th | Cross Tay Link Road Project Office, Stormontfield Road Perth PH2 6BB

Meetings are free to attend but must be booked in advance on Eventbrite here > 
Alternatively, please email [email protected].
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News, Updates & Events

  • Community Artwork Project - Open Day and Nursery Fun 
  • CTLR on the Highland Coo Trail
  • Social Flock - Out On Delivery
  • Community Meeting - Wednesday 28th August
  • Project update from Derek Walsh, Contract Manager, BAM UK & Ireland

Community Artwork Open Day

+ Fun at Appletree Nursery

Visual artist and designer, Louise Kirby, has been commissioned by the Cross Tay Link Road project to create a permanent artwork for the Wetlands. Wetlands are an important part of any large infrastructure project; they help to transform and remove pollutants as well as supporting the ecological balance by attracting wildlife, flora and fauna, and providing a source of food.

Inspired by these vibrant habitats, Louise's artwork will offer pausing points along the path network, encouraging people to stop and take notice of the birds, animals, bugs and beasties to be found at different times of day, and in different seasons.

Local families joined in a creative workshop on 3rd July and were invited to draw from the wildlife, flora and fauna from around the area. This free, hands-on event allowed parents, carers and children to take part in collaborating with Louise and other participants in the group.

Louise commented, "Everyone really enjoyed the day and we finished with a wonderful, creative array of stamping, drawing and collage in lots of colours. It has certainly offered lots of inspiration for the Wetlands artwork - I can't wait to get going on the final piece!"

Following on from the open day, Louise met with the curious and bright little minds at Apple Tree Nursery, Perth on 17th July when she led the children on a journey of creativity and discovery.

The children enjoyed the freedom to imagine themselves as different animals and insects, imitating them while moving around the garden, and were encouraged to create their own stories and patterns using their animal or insect of choice on paper.

Visual aids inspired descriptive language and words throughout and the children were provided with a variety of interesting tools to explore their imaginations further - and more importantly, to have fun!

Jo Machray, Appletree Nursery Director commented "The children thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the session. Louise was incredibly engaging with the children and the team. From stamping with ink to movement and exploring outdoors, chalk drawing to jumping like a frog, story telling of bears and ducks to bug hunting under logs. The children are very excited to see some of their ideas and conversations come to life in her final piece!"

Friends who missed out on the Artwork Open Day? Invite them to sign up to this Community Benefits Newsletter > https://www.perthtransportfutures.co.uk/contact-us

"Wetlands" is the second in a series of four public artworks which will be situated within the Cross Tay Link Road site. You can read more about this on the CTLR website >

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CTLR on the CHAS Highland Coo Trail 

CHAS (Children's Hospices Across Scotland) contacted CTLR to request assistance building wooden display plinths for their summer 2024 Highland Coo Trail.  The trail features 30 highland cow sculptures and is in place across Perth and Kinross for 10-weeks.

BAM provided wood and materials, reusing and recycling marine ply from the CTLR project where possible, and this was added to by Frazer Civils, Keyline and Timber Materials. The Danny Sullivan Group paid local joinery company, Blackwood Joinery Ltd, for the build.

Painted by artist Adriana de Matos, the CTLR sponsored Coo is named Night-time Woodland and you can find her in the Beatrix Potter Gardens, Birnam. We may be a little biased, but she's our favourite of the whole trail!

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Delivering for Social Flock

Social Flock is a community clothing charity that aims to mitigate the impact of poverty and reduce our community's reliance on fast fashion by providing free clothing packs of pre-loved and new clothing.

Over summer they distribute school uniform packs to families in and around Perth and Kinross, and the CTLR team were delighted to help deliver these. 
A team of 4 vehicles, covering 100 miles, delivered to 60+ households. BAM UK&I also donated stationery and pencil cases for this year's uniform packs, and a number of the team donated to the Social Flock wish list.

Rosey from Social Flock commented, "We are so grateful for the support in delivering the packs, this ensures that those families in need get the packs in time for school starting."  Read More >
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Quarterly Community Meeting | Wednesday 28th August | 6pm to 7pm 

The CTLR Community Benefits Team will continue to hold a quarterly Community Meeting at their Stormontfield Office to ensure local residents are kept up to date, and, importantly, have an opportunity to have their say.

These meetings will offer updates and the chance to speak to our engineers and community benefits team.

The meeting on Wednesday 28th August 2024, 6pm to 7pm, will cover:

- Cross Tay Link Road project updates

- Community Benefits updates

- Community Artwork Update

Quarterly Community Meeting | August 28th | Cross Tay Link Road Project Office, Stormontfield Road Perth PH2 6BB

Meetings are free to attend but must be booked in advance on Eventbrite here > 
Alternatively, please email [email protected].

Project Update from Derek Walsh


Work continues to progress on the Cross Tay Link Road project; the following update was issued on July 17th, 2024.

Destiny Bridge

On the west abutment, immediately west of the Highland Railway line, the receiving segment (WP-SS16) has recently been completed. The east abutment receiving segment (EP-SS15) construction is also finished.

The construction of the balanced cantilever reinforced concrete bridge deck segments has continued with forty-eight segments complete. The careful construction sequence used has ensured perfect balance is maintained throughout the process. The bridge is currently forecast to be completed in 2024.

New Kingsway

Work on the New Kingsway Link Road has delivered a number of key elements this month with traffic signs, street lighting, vehicle safety barriers, and landscaping nearing completion between the A93 and A94 roundabouts.

Surfacing has progressed well throughout June and into July and we anticipate that remaining works on signage and verge finishes will complete next period.

The Green Bridge at Highfield is also near to completion with only final touches to landscaping, fencing and pathways to come. Once finished, the connection between the new road and Highfield Woods will come into play for active travel users and wildlife.

A9

The new A9 alignment to the west is now fully established and working well for drivers, and in addition to this, ancillary works such as bus-bays, footpaths, and accommodation works are completed.

The focus now remains on the next phase of works. The earthworks and drainage along the old A9 route continues and the drainage for the new Park-and-Choose area is now completed.

The A9 overbridge superstructure, finishing works including kerbing, ducting and hard landscaping, and surfacing works on adjacent roundabouts are all complete.

The reinforced earth approach embankment to the west side of Destiny Bridge is ongoing. This will connect the new A9 junction to the new bridge over the River Tay. The Denmarkfield Access Portal precast units have recently been installed. The connecting reinforced earth panel retaining wall will commence in the next period. This structure, when completed, will maintain through-access for local properties as well as cyclists and pedestrians.

Cyclists and pedestrians have temporarily been diverted from the A9 onto the existing riverside core path, enabling works to progress here safely.
 
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News, Updates & Events

  • Community Artwork Family Day - Book Your free space
  • Community Artwork Project Underway
  • Luncarty Football Club Upgrade
  • Volunteering in the Community - thank you to everyone who took part
  • Forging Careers with CTLR
  • Bird and Bat Boxes Out On Site
  • Project update from Derek Walsh, Contract Manager, BAM UK & Ireland

Free Family Arts & Crafts Sessions

Wetlands Craft Workshop | Wednesday, July 3rd

  • 10am – 11am
  • 11.30am – 12.30pm
  • 1pm – 2pm

Local families are invited to join a very special creative workshop with LouiseKirby as she prepares for her community artwork project. Inspired by the wildlife, flora and fauna from around the area, participants will stamp trails, doodle, draw, make patterns and words using a mix of stamping, drawing and collage.

This is a hands on workshop where parents, carers and children take part together to collaborate with Louise and other participants in the group.

There are 3 x 1 hour slots on the day with capacity for 16 people per session including adults and kids. Tickets are free but you must book a slot for everyone in your group. 

Book Now >

Community Artwork Project Now Underway


The first in a series of public artworks which will be situated within the Cross Tay Link Road site is almost complete, heralding the next stage of the project which is due to open in Spring 2025.

Artist Louise McVey’s “Living Bench” has been inspired by its location on the Green Bridge, an important element of the CTLR project, which joins up wildlife habitats, connects colonies, and acts as a crossing point for walkers, cyclists and wildlife.

Following a series of community engagement events in 2023, the brief for the artwork project identified a number of possible locations, and themes ranging from biodiversity to active travel, history and local geography.

The final projects have now been approved, as well as a Green Bridge mural. In addition to this, tiles created by members of the public during the CTLR Community Open Days in October 2023 and April 2024, will be used to decorate benches along the improved path network.

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Luncarty Football Club Upgrade

Luncarty Football Club approached the Community Benefits Team with a request to resurface the car park at the club, including the bellmouth entrance, and to renew the white lines.

Work included filling in potholes, providing new type 1 material over the area not being tarred, resurfacing a significant area of the car park, and providing two new disabled bays. The team also upgraded and extended the current footpath and its surface, and carried out an upgrade on the unsafe steps, laying new concrete and timber to secure them.

As well as site staff from BAM UK & Ireland, sub contractors as follows all contributed their expertise, materials or time:

  • Contraflow – Traffic Management
  • E&J Douglas – Road Planing
  • Beattie FRC – Plant and labour
  • Breedons – Asphalt and aggregates
  • Markon – White lining works

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Parkdale Care Home Grounds Clear Up

As part of the CTLR wider Community Benefits Programme, the project team invited contractors and local people to help clear the Parkdale Care Home garden during Volunteers' Week 2024.

Led by a ten strong team with staff from BAM, PKC and sub contractors, tasks included clearing and jet washing the footpath, clearing vegetation, weeding the raised beds, weeding the grounds, and clearing old bushes and trees. As well as this, the expertise on hand allowed us to line mark a new parking area, remove an old hardstanding path and placing stone, and create areas suitable for wheelchair and residents access.

Lynsay Lwanyaga, Care Home Manager, commented, “Thank you for your support over Volunteers' Week. The residents in the red unit enjoyed watching you all at work and a few residents have had a wander around outside, noticing the difference you have made. Some of the areas were looking a bit weary but have been given a new lease of life!”

READ MORE >

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Forging Careers at CTLR


Work Experience, Kinross High School Students, 5 June 24

Rhys Fog and Thomas Wallace, 4th Year pupils from Kinross High School, took part in a work experience day on 5th June, when they were mentored by CTLR project personnel, James Carcary, Ross Grant, Glen Verney and Tommy Scott.

As well as exploring engineering works such as setting out, using GPS units, measuring onsite, and using maths in the real world, they also looked at the construction side of the project including inspection of temporary works, bridge and roads construction, calculations for working out rate of pour, and looking at drawings in the common data environment system (BIM).

Work Experience, UHI Perth Students, November 2023 to May 2024

Robbie Strachan and Sarah-Jayne Barclay, UHI Perth students, joined the CTLR team on Fridays over a six month period between November 2023 and May 2024.

Studying Creative & Digital Media, Robbie and Sarah-Jayne added to their skill set with a Foundation Apprenticeship, which saw them take part in various activities and learning related to the production of creative and digital media outputs. 

Robbie commented, "During my time with CTLR my favourite thing to take part in was helping organise and set up the Open Day. I enjoyed working with different organisations and interviewing contractors and staff.

Sarah commented, "I enjoyed the Site Tours and have really enjoyed seeing the Green Bridge development over the last 7 months. We have learned how to work in a professional environment and how to work with different stakeholders. I think this will benefit my future employment. We would love to have the opportunity to come back and do more.”

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Bird Boxes Out on Site

Bird Boxes painted and decorated by families attending the Community Open Days in October 2023 and April 2024 were distributed throughout the site by Environmental Officer, Philip Hemborough from HED Ltd. Carefully placed to ensure they become safe, secure homes for local birds, this initiative is a small part of the conservation strategy aimed at ensuring the positive impact of the CTLR project extends beyond the life of the build

Once construction is complete, families can enjoy the walk ways and access routes. Will you spot your bird box?

Winners of our painting competition are:

  • Bird Box – Paige Age 5
  • Bat Box – Abbey Age 8

Project Update from Derek Walsh


Work continues to progress on the Cross Tay Link Road project; the following update is issued at June 27th 2024.

New Kingsway (Link Road)
Work on the New Kingsway has delivered a number of key elements this month with traffic signs, street lighting, vehicle safety barriers, and landscaping nearing completion between the A93 and A94 roundabouts.

Upgrade works on the existing Stormontfield Road are now complete.  As a reminder, moving forward and permanently, Stormontfield Road will remain closed to vehicular traffic, allowing access to residential properties and Scone Palace only. The route will remain open for pedestrians and cyclists.

Surfacing has progressed well throughout June and we anticipate that remaining works on signage and verge finishes will complete next period.

The Green Bridge at Highfield is also near to completion with only final touches to landscaping, fencing and pathways to come. Once finished, the connection between the new road and Highfield Woods will come into play for active travel users and wildlife.

Destiny Bridge
The west abutment stem wall (located immediately west of the Highland Railway line), the east abutment foundation, and the abutment stem wall (end support) construction are all now complete.

The construction of the balanced cantilever reinforced concrete bridge deck segments is well underway with thirty-eight segments complete. The careful construction sequence used has ensured perfect balance is maintained throughout the process. The bridge is currently forecast to be completed in Spring 2025.

A9
The earthworks and drainage along the old A9 route continues and the drainage for the new Park and Choose area is now completed.

The A9 overbridge superstructure, finishing works including kerbing, ducting and hard landscaping, and surfacing works on adjacent roundabouts are also all complete.

The reinforced earth approach embankment to the west side of Destiny Bridge is ongoing. This will connect the new A9 junction to the new bridge over the River Tay. Piling works and the pile cap (foundation) are completed and the Denmarkfield Access Portal has recently been installed which will maintain through access for local properties, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Cyclists and pedestrians have temporarily been diverted from the A9 onto the existing riverside core path, enabling works to progress here safely.
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News, Updates & Events

  • Volunteering in the Community - we need you!
  • PKAVS Fundraising - thank you to everyone who donated.
  • RDM Primary School Improvements
  • Stormontfield Road now open for Active Travel
  • Perth Grammar School Transition Day
  • Project update from Derek Walsh, Contract Manager, BAM UK & Ireland

Volunteers Required | Care Home Garden Clearing


Mon 3rd and Tues 4th June at 10am


As part of our wider Community Benefits Programme we would like to invite local people to help clear up the Parkdale Care Home garden (New School Lane, Auchterarder PH3 1QN) during Volunteers' Week 2024.

Tasks will include clearing and jet washing the footpath, clearing vegetation, weeding the raised beds, weeding the grounds and clearing old bushes and trees.

Dress for gardening, wear suitable shoes. Gloves and protective glasses will be provided as required. If you're interested, please email [email protected].

Thank you all in advance!

PKAVS receive over £6000 from fundraising

Over April 2024 the Cross Tay Link Road Project team adopted PKAVS as their chosen charity, raising a total of £6235.77.

Funds were raised via an online auction with prizes donated by sub-contractors and local businesses. PKAVS also attended the project’s Community Open Day, providing an opportunity for the charity to engage directly with families from across the area and raise money through collection cans and a home baking stall.

Shaheena Din, CEO for PKAVS commented, "I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the generous support of Cross Tay Link Project and the local residents who contributed to this fundraiser.”

She continued, “PKAVS is a local charity dedicated to promoting the wellbeing of individuals and communities across Perth & Kinross. From assisting carers to providing mental health services and supporting the third sector, our range of services touch many lives. All contributions, no matter the size, have a tangible impact. Your belief in our mission and commitment to helping us achieve it mean the world to us."

Our thanks to everyone who donated via our Open Day and online auction.

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