en.Wedoany.com Reported - Network Rail will begin a £6 million upgrade of the Far North Line this weekend.

The project is part of a multi-year investment plan aimed at supporting the operation of key transport routes in the Highlands. Upgrades will take place at multiple locations between Evanton, Tain, and Lairg, as well as on sections north of Tain to Wick and Thurso. Work includes replacing over 4 kilometers of track, repairing a railway bridge near Edderton, improving drainage systems, and maintaining a level crossing at Rogart.

Gerry McQuade, Network Rail's Capital Delivery Director for Scotland, said the Far North Line is a critical transport facility for some of Scotland's remote communities, and continued investment is essential. The £6 million project will help ensure the railway remains safe, reliable, and fit for future needs. He also noted that closing the line for three weeks will cause inconvenience, but completing all work at once will minimize future disruptions and improve the quality of rail services.

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