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Barriers Closure FAQ's

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Winter can bring tricky road conditions, especially on the Churchill Barriers. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions.

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What are you doing to improve conditions at the barriers so that the sea cannot come over them?

The most recent Council decision in respect of the overtopping issues at Barrier No 2 was taken in March 2021 when it was agreed by Councillors  that no further studies be undertaken at this time in respect of wate overtopping at Barrier no 2. At that point it was  also agreed to review options to enhance safety arrangement and explore financial support from the Scottish Government failing which the Council should determine what action to take.