Five-day road closure on Hoy
Sections of the B9047 Lyness to Moaness road on Hoy will be closed to vehicles during the day, for five days from Monday, September 29, to allow the OIC to carry out repair and strengthening works at four locations.
This means that travelling by vehicle between the north of Hoy and Lyness during this period wonât be possible from 9.30am to 4.30pm.
The areas of road being worked on are:
- a short section to the south of the bridge at Whaness;
- two locations in the vicinity of the bridge at Lyrawa; and
- on the south side of the bridge at Pegal
Director of development and infrastructure, Gavin Barr, said: âItâs important the local community on Hoy is aware of the coming closure, particularly those in the north of Hoy, so they can plan ahead, rearrange commitments such as medical appointments, shopping, and trips to the mainland – or travel early if needed.â
âThese are much-needed works which will help make the road surface in these areas much more resilient for the community, and weâre grateful in advance for their cooperation in helping us as quick as possible.
âItâs our intention to complete the works within five days, however more time may be needed.â