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Due to essential maintenance, the WEST footpath/cycleway is closed. The EAST Footpath/Cycleway remains open unless due to high winds or an incident.
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Ronan Hayes MRICS
Meet the FCBC Survey Director (Queensferry Crossing)
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Neil Robinson
Meet the FCBC Temporary Works Co-ordinator for Foundations & Towers (Queensferry Crossing)
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Forth Road Bridge History
The Forth Road Bridge's history is inextricably linked to the rise of the car in the 1920s. Read more about the history of this long-span suspension bridge.
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Building the Forth Bridge
At the peak of work, about 4,600 men were employed in building the Forth Bridge. They were known as 'the Briggers'.
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Forth Road Bridge Open Day Success
Doors Open Day at the Forth Road Bridge has been hailed a great success, attracting over 400 visitors and raising over £2,000 for charity.
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World Heritage Management Group Update
Miles Oglethorpe, Head of Industrial Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland gives an update on the World Heritage Management Group.
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Road Bridges Update
Chris Tracey, BEAR Scotland South East Unit Bridges Manager, updates on the Forth Road Bridge.
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Revised Planning Application for Forth Bridge Experience
Network Rail has submitted a planning application for revised proposals to install a bridge walk and visitor hub at the iconic Forth Bridge.
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Revised Proposals for Forth Bridge Experience - Update
In August 2021, Network Rail submitted a pre-application notice for revised proposals to install a bridge walk and visitor hub at the iconic Forth Bridge.
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News from the Forth Bridge World Heritage Management Group
An update from Dr Miles Oglethorpe, Chair of the Forth Bridge World Heritage Management Group (FBWHMG), including examples of "Forth Bridgery".
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Tackling Roadworker Abuse
One in four roadworkers has suffered an impact on their mental wellbeing following verbal or physical abuse from the public, according to new figures.
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Forth Road Bridge Closure to Vehicular Traffic
The A9000 Forth Road Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic from 06:00 on Thursday 15 July until 06:00 on Sunday 18 July.
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Lego Forth Bridge Reaches Final Review But Won't be Official Set
The Lego Forth Bridge created by Michael Dineen has narrowly fallen short of being selected for production as an official Lego set.
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Forth Bridge Experience Update 2020
Plans are progressing with the Forth Bridge Experience. Find out more...
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Forth Road Bridge Closure Update
Forth Road Bridge closure travel plan implemented and enhanced.
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