400 objections to restrictions for tram traffic
PROPOSED traffic restrictions linked to the city's tram project have attracted more than 400 objections.
The changes would include alterations to key junctions, big reductions in parking and a ban on vehicles crossing tram tracks except at traffic lights.
More than half the 426 objections were about the proposed ban on right turns into and out of Blenheim Place, off London Road.
A further third of the objections related to the effect of increased traffic through the West End and New Town if the closure of Shandwick Place to cars is made permanent.
Transport convener Gordon Mackenzie said: "The number of objections has been less than we expected. However, there are still a number of issues that are of concern to the public.
"We are working through these and looking at whether there are any possible alternative solutions."
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