THERE'S likely to be traffic delays and queues on Halbeath Road in Dunfermline due to Scottish Water works.

The utility company are making a start today (Friday) on a project to repair and relay a section of sewer pipe.

A spokesperson for Scottish Water said the work would take place outside 1 Halbeath Road, close to the mini-roundabout at the bottom of Garvock Hill, and result in a lane closure.

Dunfermline Press: Motorists have been warned that Scottish Water works on Halbeath Road in Dunfermline could lead to traffic delays.Motorists have been warned that Scottish Water works on Halbeath Road in Dunfermline could lead to traffic delays. (Image: Newsquest)

The work, which includes digging down to a depth of around 1.5 metres, is scheduled to last for five days and will continue over the weekend.

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She added: "Traffic management is required for this work and lane closure.

"Work will begin on July 21 for five working days."