A BUSY pathway is being improved in East Dunbartonshire.

The Strathkelvin Railway Path is to be resurfaced between Kirkintilloch and Lennoxtown as part of a project funded by the Council's Cycling, Walking and Safer Routes allocation.

As a result, this section will be fully closed in the area between Monday, June 13 and Wednesday, July 22.

Around 4500m of the path will be upgraded, addressing the damage caused by tree roots. Hand railing will also be installed at the start of the section at Kilsyth Road.

Councillor Paul Ferretti, Convener of Place, Neighbourhood and Corporate Assets, said: "I am happy to confirm that the popular stretch of the Strathkelvin Railway Path between Kirkintilloch and Lennoxtown will be resurfaced - making it more accessible for people of all ages and abilities, whether they are cycling, strolling, running or wheeling.

"The project will, unfortunately, involve the temporary closure of that section. The Council acknowledges the impact this may have for residents and apologises in advance for the inconvenience, however, the long-term benefits will outweigh the short-term disruption.

"Certain parts of the path can be difficult to traverse due to tree root damage. I look forward to it being returned to peak condition."

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Strathclyde Partnership for Transport Vice-Chair Alan Moir, who represents East Dunbartonshire on the SPT Board, said: "Investment in good active travel routes is important as it encourages people not only to travel in an environmentally-friendly way, but also enables them to be more active.

"SPT is pleased to be able to give our full support to the Council through our capital programme. This investment will help to deliver improvements to this important stretch of off-road path through East Dunbartonshire, better connecting communities along the route."