The project centres around Destiny Bridge – a three-span structure crossing over the River Tay; and the New Kingsway - a six-kilometre stretch of new carriageway linking the A9 to the A93 and A94. It also includes two kilometres of realigned dual carriageway on the A9 just north of Inveralmond Roundabout.

The opening ceremony will be led by First Minister, John Swinney, and Perth and Kinross Council leader, Grant Laing.

Olympic medallist, Eilidh Doyle, who hails from the area, will also lead a parade of local people including joggers, wheelchair users and cyclists to commemorate the new Active Travel Path Network opening alongside the road infrastructure.

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Councillor Laing said: “After many years in the planning and delivery residents, visitors and businesses will soon be able to cross Destiny Bridge and the New Kingsway following the official opening on 31st March 2025.

“While the scale of the building project itself is immense, it’s what happens next that offers the real success story. By providing an alternative to driving through the city centre, the route will reduce congestion and improve air quality in the city centre, while the new Active Travel Path Network supports connections with the city and between the communities spanning the River Tay. I look forward to seeing Perth and Kinross reaping the benefits of this investment.”

Transforming travel across the region, Destiny Bridge and the New Kingsway will also play a significant role in unlocking the economic potential of Perth, by opening up areas for future development and in turn, attracting inward investment opportunities.

The project has been funded by the Scottish Government via a £40m funding contribution to Perth & Kinross Council, with the balance coming from the local authority itself.

Councillor Laing also offered his thanks to the project team and neighbouring communities impacted by works.

“Having faced down everything from severe weather to a pandemic, the project team can be proud of successfully delivering this project. I also want to thank them for the work they have done to engage with the local community throughout the life of these works.

“And, to the local roads users and, in particular, the residents of Scone, Luncarty and Redgorton, thank you for your patience and understanding and your willingness to engage during the preparation and three-year construction period.”