Moray MP Douglas Ross calls for A95 fix
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Douglas Ross has called on BEAR Scotland to act swiftly when current restrictions are lifted to fix broken drain covers on the A95 through Aberlour.
Moray's MP states the problem of loose drain covers on the road through the village has worsened significantly since he first raised the matter in October last year.
He said: "I have written to Transport Scotland several times after being contacted by people living in Aberlour and by those who drive through it.
"Everyone accepts there’s a problem and I’ve received reassurances on more than one occasion the issue would be addressed, but this hasn’t happened.
"Given the current restrictions it could be some time before the repairs can be made, but I’m urging the authorities to treat Aberlour as a priority when works re-start.
"As well as causing problems for lorries who can’t avoid them, every time they rattle over the damaged drain covers it causes disturbance to residents living nearby.
"I was assured that agreement had been reached with Scottish Water to complete the works and they would be carried out by the end of January.
"That didn’t happen and this missed opportunity has left the issue unresolved.
"This is causing concern for local people in Aberlour as the condition of several drain covers through the village have deteriorated and I’m told one could collapse altogether.
"It’s an unacceptable situation that has dragged on for too long and needs to be resolved urgently."
