WORK will begin today on a scheme designed to foster a family-friendly cycle route in Edinburgh.
The first phase of the £1.25 million Innocent Path cycleway to the Union Canal Towpath through the Meadows is now under way and is expected to last around 12 weeks.
Featuring fully-segregated sections of cycleway and new cyclists and pedestrian crossings, the link has been described as an important step in fostering a family-friendly route across the capital.
Lesley Hinds, the council's transport convener, said: "The upgraded route will form a fantastic addition to our Family Network, making cycling and active travel even more attractive to families and new or less confident cyclists."
The new cycle corridor route will run from North Meadow Walk, along Hope Park Crescent, to Buccleuch Street and Gifford Park, before heading through, Clerk Street, Rankeillor Street, St Leonard's Street before ending on Hermits Croft.
Works will be undertaken between 9.30am and 4pm, Mondays to Fridays; however, pedestrian access will be maintained throughout its duration.
The second phase of the project, which will link the Meadows to the Union Canal, is scheduled to take place in 2016.
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