It’s business as normal in Broughty Ferry as Scottish Water begins the latest phase of an important flood alleviation project in the town.

Local traders are backing the utility’s efforts in minimising disruption to the local economy. Scottish Water Solutions’ Project Manager Ally Mitchell is also teaming up with Scottish Gas Networks to co-ordinate the timing of their work in the town, further reducing disruption.

Over the next 6 weeks the Scottish Water team will double the size of the sewer in the Gray Street area of the town in order to tackle previous flooding issues.

Ally has kept in close contact with the local business community in order to address any concerns they may have about the necessary road closure:

“We’ve been speaking to local businesses in order to relieve any concerns they may have had, and to help this project run as smoothly as possible. In order to increase the size of this sewer it will be necessary for us to close this 80 metre stretch of Grey Street between King Street and Long Lane.

“The footpath remains open and there’s no impact on access to shops. The project will be phased in order to reduce disruption, and we’re aiming to down tools in mid November, so that Christmas shopping can get the best possible start.”

Scottish Water Solutions recently donated £1,000 towards the Broughty Ferry Christmas Lights, making this the town’s brightest Christmas ever.

Local business leader Ailsa Redford has been impressed by Scottish Water’s efforts to keep the local economy in full flow and make the project run smoothly:

“We’re very supportive of this crucial programme of work. Scottish Water Solutions and contractors Morrison have kept traders fully informed on exactly what’s happening and they’ve provided adequate timescales.