Far north motorists are in for a month of misery during roadworks at a main
junction in Thurso.
Long tailbacks built up on Monday and Tuesday as a result of the
installation of temporary traffic lights at the Toll and the narrowing of
the road to accommodate a consignment of wind turbine components which are
being hauled through the town.
Drivers have faced waits of 20 minutes while a hotelier and taxi firms have
complained about losing trade as a result of the traffic disruption.
The trunk road contractor has also faced flak for failing to give advance
warning of the work.
Sandra Campbell, who owns the Park Hotel, is fizzing about the gridlock
which motorists have experienced through the roadworks.
Mrs Campbell said her business has been affected with fewer people coming
to the hotel for food on Monday and yesterday.
She said: “It is ludicrous they are doing this in August which is one of
the busiest months of the year.
“I would like to know who has given permission to do this at this time but
no one seems to be taking responsibility.”
Sandy Budge, of Ormlie Taxis in Thurso, some bookings are being cancelled
because of the delays caused by the lengthy tailbacks.
At one stage on Monday cars were queuing from the lights back to the police
station in Olrig Street.
In the other direction, there were times when the queue of vehicles
stretched all the way back to Thurso East.
The problems have been lessened by many staff at Dounreay being on holiday
on Monday and Tuesday with their return to work today set to make for even
longer logjams at rush hours.
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