‘Thanks for all the hard work’ Highland economy chief says to gallant maintenance teams
With winter’s grip not likely to ease for a while yet, Highland maintenance crews have been praised for keeping our roads open in the toughest of conditions.
Ken Gowans, vice convener and chair of economy and infrastructure, thanked them today for the way they had kept working hard across the region.
Following the recent Met Office weather warnings for the Highlands of snow, sleet and low temperatures which have caused challenging conditions, Councillor Gowans said: “I would like to thank all the Highland Council roads crews across the area for their continuous efforts to help keep the region moving as much as possible.”
He added: “They have been working in extreme conditions with the resources available to them and have been doing their best to keep priority roads open.
“From the snowplough drivers across all areas and pavement tractor drivers in our urban areas to the workers spreading grit by hand, I thank you all for all your hard work.
“While we are still warm at home the crews are out before any snow has been cleared, often in difficult conditions and their hard work is greatly appreciated.
”The Highland Council has a policy for gritting its roads and gritting priority routes maps which can be viewed here
Winter Resilience assistance is offered to communities who wish to act in their own area to help clear snow and ice from footpaths. Information on how to apply for assistance is available here
