Improvements on way for A706
Published: Monday 20 January 2025
Essential improvements are to be made to the A706 just outside Forth.
The carriageway resurfacing works will take place from Monday 27 January at 8am, on the A706 Wilsontown between its junction with B7016 and its junction with Leven Seat access.
The road will be closed for up to five days to allow the works to be completed, weather and resources permitting.
General traffic will be unable to travel through the closure during the works, although access will be maintained for residents and businesses as much as possible.
There may be instances where local access and egress will be significantly delayed depending on the status and progress of works on site. Traffic Marshals and site staff will be there to advise and assist where access is required during the working day.
A diversion will be in place via: A706, A71, A73, A721, A706 and vice- versa.
Head of Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services, Colin Park, said: “We apologise in advance for any inconvenience these essential works may cause to road users.
“It would be helpful if road users could avoid the area if possible, and if not, to leave extra time for their journey and take into account the diversion route.
“We hope all road users will appreciate the improvements when the works are complete.”
18 May 2026
Sign up to support new active travel route
18 May 2026
Small path with a big community impact
15 May 2026
Lanarkshire businesses invited to celebrate their achievements
15 May 2026
Signs of the times
14 May 2026
Lived experience is shaping improvements to social care
13 May 2026
Time to get stuck in and conserve nature on your doorstep
12 May 2026
Apply now for funding for community celebrations
12 May 2026
Improvements on way for A70 Carnwath
12 May 2026
Veteran restores VC memorial
11 May 2026
Residents sought to set up community Council










