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Katie Williams

Confused Edinburgh drivers end up in wrong lane as Leith Walk opens to traffic

Drivers in Edinburgh have been left confused as Leith Walk reopens to two-way traffic.

The tram lines through Leith have been completed, but one local spotted a couple of drivers getting mixed up when reaching the Foot of the Walk.

Some lanes are now for 'trams only', but it looks like the new layout may take some adjusting to.

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In the video posted to social media, two cars can be seen at the crossroads at the foot of the walk. They first head onto the tram-only section and realised their mistake when a bus turns right up to Duke Street.

One vehicle starts to reverse into the left lane and the car in front follows their lead, with help from a passerby who is guiding them. safely.

Robert Drysdale who shared the video commented that the road markings aren't clear enough for drivers.

While Leith Walk underwent a massive transformation with the inclusion of tram lines, spaces for people, and cycling paths, many hit back at the one-way system.

The controversial no-left turn from the Walk onto London Road has been critised by locals with a number of near misses and accidents reported. When the council introduced bollards in an aim to control the traffic, punters were quick to point out that someone had driven through them, destroying one, just hours after they had been installed.

Councillor Scott Arthur, Transport and Environment Convener, said: "There is clear signage in place at the Foot of the Walk to direct drivers along the appropriate route.

"Understandably, new road layouts can take some time to get used to, and we'll continue to monitor the situation as the new junction beds in. I would encourage people travelling on Leith Walk to take heed of the signs."

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