Edinburgh’s Radical Road is set to partially reopen next year, after its closure nearly seven years ago due to rockfall.

A report before Edinburgh city councillors says that Historic Environment Scotland (HES), which has responsibility for Arthur’s Seat, plans to reopen part of the route early next year.

The stretch between the Hawse to the northern end of the South Quarry would be opened, with the restoration coming in time for an important anniversary.

In 2018, a rockfall saw the path closed, which has been followed by years of debate over what should happen to the path.

Some have argued that it should remain closed over safety concerns, while others have said it should be kept open with mitigations put in place.

New and resided barriers will be put in place, interpretive signage

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