The City of Edinburgh Council said the road surfaces and drainage improvements are expected to be finished in March 2025.

Each phase of work will be split into two parts:

• Drainage improvement work. This will take place between Mondays and Thursdays from 9.30am – 3.30pm.
• Road resurfacing work. This will take place overnight between Mondays and Fridays from 7.30pm – 6.30am.

Phase 1: 16 September 2024 - 25 October 2024: A8 Eastbound - from Ingliston Interchange North West slip-road To Gogar Roundabout.

Phase 2: 28 October 2024 - 15 November 2024: Glasgow Road - From Gogar Roundabout to Maybury Road.

Phase 3: 18 November 2024 - 29 November 2024: Ingliston Interchange North East slip road.

Phase 4: 6 January 2025 - March 2025: Ingliston Interchange dumbbells and remaining slip roads.

Work will temporarily stop between 30 November and 5 January to minimise disruption during the busy festive period.

Transport and environment convener, Councillor Stephen Jenkinson, said: “We’re committed to keeping Edinburgh moving and making sure our roads are properly maintained and serviced. This is why we’re carrying out this major work on the A8 through the autumn and into the New Year.

“Whilst there may be some disruption whilst work is ongoing, this is a key arterial road and it’s essential that we make these repairs.

“I’d like to thank all road users for their patience during this time. I’m also conscious that this was one of the key issues raised by our residents in the recent Budget Engagement Consultation. We’re listening and fixing the roads.”