SANQUHAR is set to see a programme of roadworks get underway this week.

A programme of road maintenance works is set to get underway on the A76 north of Sanquhar on Friday May 6.

Scotland TranServ, on behalf of Transport Scotland will resurface over a mile of the route between Knockenjig and Kirkconnel and Whitehill to Gateside House which is used by almost 4,000 vehicles each day.

The works will be carried out over six days with a daytime convoy system in operation during weekdays. A total closure will also be in place over one weekend with 24 hour working from 7pm on Friday 6 until 6am on Monday May 9.

Andy Fraser, operating company representative, Scotland TranServ said: “This vital maintenance scheme will ensure this section of the A76 is in top condition for visitors and tourists travelling to Dumfries and Galloway in the summer months.

“We have programmed the works carefully to ensure they do not coincide with the tourist season and help keep disruption to a minimum.”

Across Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland TranServ is continuing to invest on behalf of Transport Scotland to deliver an important improvement programme of works which will result in long-term, tangible benefits supporting road users, businesses and communities across South West Scotland.

The diversion sees them exit the A76 at Carronbridge from Drumlanrig Street, head along the A702 to Abington Services roundabouts, exit to the B7078 and then turn left onto the A70, continue through Muirkirk to the junction of the B743.

Vehicles over 15 feet high will turn right to B743 and travel via Sorn Road to rejoin the A76.

All other traffic continues on the A70 Muirkirk Rd and back to the A76 at Dettingen Roundabout.

Southbound traffic should follow the same route in reverse.