New water works under way in Kingussie

SCOTTISH Water has started work to renew a section of water main serving customers in Kingussie's Mill Road.

The first phase started on Monday and work is due to take some three weeks. It will replace a short section of cast iron water main which runs adjacent to the Gynack Burn at the back of Mill Road.

The second and final phase of the project will be to disconnect the old water main from the network.

This will involve excavation on the High Street near the bridge over the Gynack Burn.

Temporary traffic lights will be in place for about two weeks while the work takes place.

Each phase of the planned work will involve a short interruption to water supplies in the local area. All affected customers will be notified of the timing of these interruptions a minimum of 48 hours in advance, with information on the arrangements in place and the assistance available to anyone requiring additional support.

Scottish Water Project Manager Ailsa Shaw said: "The work we are carrying out in the vicinity of Mill Road is necessary to ensure that the water network locally is able to provide a high quality and resilient water supply to our customers.

"We appreciate the work will involve some disruption for local residents and road users – and our project team will seek to minimise the impact as far as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused during these essential works."

Letters were sent to all customers impacted by the works and communication will continue as the project progresses.

Customers who need additional support or further information can contact Scottish Water on 0800 077 8778.