Monday August 17th 2026
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Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Liam Eunson
A section of the A198 westbound lane near Prestonpans will be closed on Monday, 17 August for five days to allow new roadside safety barriers to be installed.
The closure will be in place between Meadowmill Roundabout and the junction with Fishergate Road until Friday, 21 August, weather permitting.
The eastbound lane will remain open during this period.
A signed diversion route for westbound traffic will be in operation along Lyars Road, the B1348/Links Road, Long Craigs, Fishergate Road, Alder Road, and the B6371.
The lane closure is required for the safety of motorists and site operatives.
An East Lothian Council spokesperson said: “We apologise for any inconvenience while these essential improvements are carried out.
“Updates on road restrictions will be published on www.tellmescotland.gov.uk which we use to notify the public of roadworks and temporary traffic management arrangements.”
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