In January, the local authority missed out on levelling up cash to tackle flooding in Cardenden but local councillor Rosemary Liewald said they’ve now successfully secured £10.5 million to ensure construction can start in 2025-26.

The crossing was found to be a contributing factor to traumatic flooding at the site three years ago.

A report found that not enough water was able to flow under the bridge on Cardenden Road during Storm Francis in August 2020 - a “significant contributor” to the burn bursting its banks and leaving the village looking like a swamp.

Councillor Liewald said: “The Den Burn Bridge replacement project has now been successful in obtaining the £10.5m needed to go ahead.

“I have just heard from Fife Council that we presently have £2m for the construction of the bridge and have recently been successful in obtaining an additional £8.5m in capital funding for the delivery of the Cardenden flood mitigation scheme.

“I can assure you that the communities impacted by previous and recent flooding in the area will be delighted.”

The next phase will involve site investigations, land negotiations and engagement with utility providers.