Pavements and crossings - Perth Road at Ninewells Avenue roundabout

I have recently received requests from constituents about improving the footway from Tom McDonald Avenue to the south side of Perth Road, and also the possibility of improved crossing facilities here, near the roundabout with Ninewells Avenue.   

As one resident in nearby Clayhills Drive pointed out :

"I live in Clayhills Drive and often walk to the bus stop on the Perth Road, but there simply aren't adequate road crossings, meaning you either have to walk on the road or on the grass, neither of which is ideal."

I raised the matter with the City Council and am pleased that steps to improve the footway access will be provided :

"I can confirm there are no plans to provide a controlled pedestrian crossing point in this area.

The traffic team does however intend to provide a surfaced footway access from Tom MacDonald Avenue to the south side of Perth Road this financial year.   This will link existing footways to the bus stops."