New book highlights hidden history uncovered during Aberdeen bypass works
Archaeological finds uncovered during excavations on the Aberdeen bypass have been highlighted in a new book.
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Motorist, 20, caught driving at 103mph on Aberdeen bypass
A driver was caught speeding on the AWPR at 103mph, police said.
Councillor calls for safety improvements at Aberdeen bypass junction
An Aberdeen councillor has called for safety measures to be introduced at an AWPR junction.
Man in hospital after motorbike and car crash at Aberdeen bypass junction
A man has been taken to hospital after a crash involving a motorbike and a car at a major north-east junction.
Roads chief warns Aberdeen bypass contractors
The transport secretary has insisted he “will not be held over a barrel” by Aberdeen bypass contractors.
Trucking firms praise Aberdeen bypass
North-east trucking firms have praised the bypass and hope the whole road will be good for business.
Historic day as Aberdeen bypass finally opens
Aberdeen's bypass route finally opened in full to drivers today.
Aberdeen bypass fully open to drivers
The final section of the AWPR has opened - meaning the full route is now open to traffic.
Joy as final section of Aberdeen bypass set to open next week
Politicians today expressed their joy after it was announced the Aberdeen bypass will finally open in full next week.
Firm ‘must get a grip’ on AWPR, says Aberdeen MSP
An Aberdeen MSP has called on an AWPR contractor to give assurances on the future maintenance of the bypass.
Aberdeen bypass contractors still have ‘work to do’
Contractors behind the Aberdeen bypass still have “work to do” to provide assurances over future maintenance of the crossing over the Don.
Man taken to hospital following two-car crash on Aberdeen bypass
A man was taken to hospital last night following a two-car crash on the Aberdeen bypass.
Transport secretary demands answers after yet another Aberdeen bypass deadline missed
The Transport Secretary has demanded answers from Aberdeen bypass contractors after yet another deadline was missed.
A92 reopens after jack-knifed lorry cleared
A lorry that jacked-knifed on a busy north-east road in the early hours of this morning has been cleared.
Concerns over Aberdeen bypass ‘corner-cutting’ claim
Transport Secretary Michael Matheson has said Aberdeen Roads Limited (ARL), contractors for the project, have been cautioned against “cutting corners” in order to get the route open in time for January.
Work on Aberdeen bypass now complete … but safety checks still need to be carried out
Pressure is mounting on contractors, with the target date to open the final section of the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (AWPR) of the end of January now just over a week away.
New rumble strips to be added on approach to Aberdeen bypass roundabout
New safety measures are to be installed at a roundabout on the Aberdeen bypass.
Us pigs gotta stick together: Can you help police find the owner of this piglet teddy found on the Aberdeen bypass
Police in Aberdeen have launched an unusual appeal to help reunite a teddy with its family.
Aberdeen bypass to bring down costs for North Sea firms
Supply chain costs for oil and gas firms in north-east Scotland are expected to drop as a result of the newly-opened Aberdeen bypass, according to transport bosses.
One-car crash on Aberdeen bypass
A vehicle has crashed on the Aberdeen bypass this morning. The incident occurred around 8am on the AWPR stretch between Cleanhill Roundabout and Charleston. One vehicle was involved in the crash. More to follow
Woman cut free from car after three-vehicle crash on north-east road
A woman was taken to hospital after she was cut free from a car following a three-vehicle crash.
First buses to start using Aberdeen bypass in weeks
Two new bus services are due to start using the Aberdeen bypass this month.
Fear lack of sign near new Aberdeen bypass may be bad for community
An Aberdeen councillor has hit out at the lack of signposting for his community on the new bypass.
Video: Lorry crashes onto new Aberdeen bypass roundabout
A lorry crashed onto a roundabout following a collision on the Aberdeen bypass.
‘Don Crossing delays are immensely frustrating’ says Transport Minister
As yet another deadline is missed to open the final stretch of bypass, Transport Minister Michael Matheson writes he is losing faith in the contractors.
More anger as brakes are put on full Aberdeen bypass opening for fourth time
A senior politician has blasted the Scottish Government after the AWPR opening was delayed a fourth time.
Aberdeen bypass won’t open in time for Christmas as contractor confirms deadline missed
Transport Scotland have confirmed the Aberdeen bypass will not be fully open in time for Christmas.
Calls for street lights on section of A90
Calls have been made for street lighting on a busy north-east road.
Latest images show immediate impact of Aberdeen bypass on rush-hour traffic jams
The opening of a major stretch of Aberdeen bypass has already led to a considerable easing of tailbacks at one of the city’s worst traffic blackspots.
Video: Major stretch of Aberdeen bypass opens to commuters
The milestone comes as a call was made for a public inquiry to be held into the project’s handling, with a north-east MP arguing the public has a “right to know what has gone wrong”.