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Click here for Traffic Regulation Design Exhibitions A high-quality, modern and efficient tram network is being created for Edinburgh and is scheduled to be running on the Capital’s streets by 2011. This integrated transport system will offer a reliable and frequent transport choice to Edinburgh’s growing population and business community, boosting the city’s standing as an international destination for tourism and business. Edinburgh’s tram network will help to reduce car journeys and ease congestion, providing environmental benefits through improved air quality. A Final Business Case was approved by City of Edinburgh Council in December 2007, detailing project costings, risks and governance arrangements. The price remains the same, with the proposed tram route from Newhaven to Edinburgh Airport priced at £498m, including a significant risk allowance. This figure is below the £545m funding already allocated. £45m of this sum has been committed by the City of Edinburgh Council with the remaining £500m as grant funding from Transport Scotland. In preparation for construction of the Edinburgh tram network, work to move all of the underground cables and pipes currently underneath the proposed tram tracks is underway. Initially, Phase 1a (click here to see Interactive Tram Map) will be built, with Phase 1b to be considered at a later stage of the process.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Final Business Case |
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