A737 improvements at Beith
Overview
The A737 Improvements at Beith scheme involves the construction of a new single carriageway incorporating two new roundabouts and a dedicated northbound overtaking opportunity to the east of Beith. The proposals will improve safety for all road users by improving the geometry of the existing A737.
To promote active travel the scheme also includes a non-motorised user facility and incorporates a dedicated footbridge to provide safe crossing of the trunk road for pedestrians and cyclists.
Project benefits
The A737 Improvements at Beith scheme will provide new junctions at Head Street and Barmill Road by removing the existing sub-standard junctions. The scheme will improve traffic flow and help to enhance the road system around the town, bringing with it additional road safety benefits for all users.
Environmental impact
Environmental and geotechnical reviews to assess the impact of the scheme on the surrounding environment have been conducted and are being further reviewed and updated.
Made Orders
The publication of Made Orders for the A737 Improvements at Beith scheme is a major milestone in completing the statutory process for this important scheme.
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) - Environmental Statement - Decision To Proceed With Project - Notice
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) - Environmental Statement - Decision To Proceed With Project
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Trunking and Detrunking) (Side Roads) (Redetermination) Notice
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Trunking and Detrunking) Order 2020
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Trunking and Detrunking) Order 2020 - Plan
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Side Roads) Order 2020
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Side Roads) Order 2020 - Plan
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Redetermination of Means of Exercise of Public Right of Passage) Order 2020
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) (Redetermination of Means of Exercise of Public Right of Passage) Order 2020 - Plan
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 - Notice
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 – Unknown Owner Plots - Notice
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 - Map 1 of 2
- The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 - Map 2 of 2
- Certificate of the Scottish Ministers Relative to the A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 Exchange Land - Notice
- Certificate of the Scottish Ministers Relative to the A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 Exchange Land
- Certificate of the Scottish Ministers Relative to the A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements At Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 Exchange Land - Plan
- The Compulsory Purchase of Land (Scotland) Regulations 2003
What happens next
The Orders as Made became operative on Wednesday 9 December 2020, being the date that Notice of the Orders was given.
On 1 July 2021 the Scottish Ministers executed a General Vesting Declaration relative to the A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020.
Persons entitled to claim compensation in respect of any interest in the land are invited to complete the attached Claim Form.
The A737/A738 Trunk Road (Improvements at Beith) Compulsory Purchase Order 2020 - General Vesting Declaration Claim Form
Document library
Route Option Public Exhibition
We held a public exhibition to present the preferred route option on Friday 27 March 2015 at the Beith Community Centre, Kings Road, Beith, Ayrshire, KA15 2BQ.
Draft Orders
Draft road orders and accompanying Environmental Statement were published on Wednesday 2 November 2016:
- A737 Improvements at Beith Trunking / Detrunking Order
- A737 Improvements at Beith Trunking / Detrunking Plan
- A737 Improvements at Beith Side Roads Order
- A737 Improvements at Beith Side Roads Plan
- A737 Improvements at Beith Redetermination Order
- A737 Improvements at Beith Redetermination Plan
- A737 Improvements at Beith Compulsory Purchase Order
- A737 Improvements at Beith Compulsory Purchase Order Plan 1 of 2
- A737 Improvements at Beith Compulsory Purchase Order Plan 2 of 2
- A737 Improvements at Beith Environmental Statement Volume 1
- A737 Improvements at Beith Environmental Statement Volume 2
- A737 Improvements at Beith Environmental Statement Volume 3
- A737 Improvements at Beith Environmental Statement – Non Technical Summary
- A737 Improvements at Beith Open Space Exchange Proposals
Draft Orders Public Exhibition
A further public exhibition following publication of the draft Order Material was held on 11 November 2016 at the Beith Community Centre, Kings Road, Beith, Ayrshire, KA15 2BQ.
Representatives from Transport Scotland and our Consulting Engineers, Amey, were in attendance at both exhibitions to answer questions and receive comments.