DRIVERS are being warned of major roadworks near Loch Lomond starting next week.

BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is set to carry out essential drainage construction works on the A83 between Arrochar and Tarbet from Monday, July 29.

These drainage construction works will continue for five days between 8:30am and 4:30pm and will be completed on Friday, August 2.

A two-way and three-way temporary traffic management system will be in place during the works.

Pedestrians are warned that the footway may be closed at times and during those periods will be escorted through the site to ensure their safety.

Access through the work site for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.

Ian Stewart, BEAR Scotland’s Northwest unit representative said: "These essential drainage works between Arrochar and Tarbet village on the A83 will improve the drainage system and reduce the risk of flooding on the trunk road.

“Our teams will do all they can to complete the works as quickly and safely as they can, and we thank the local community and road users for their patience in advance while we complete these works.

“We encourage motorists to plan ahead before setting out by checking the Traffic Scotland website for up-to-date travel information.”