Road infrastructure

What the West Link project delivers

Key outcomes

  • reduced congestion at key junctions for public transport and private vehicles
  • safer and more pleasant environment for walking and cycling
  • improved journey times to and from the west of Inverness
  • reduced delays when the Tomnahurich Bridge is opened for canal traffic
  • improved emergency response times and more reliable bus journeys
  • development of 1,500 new homes at Ness-side and Torvean
  • creation of a city gateway at the Caledonian Canal entrance
  • new community sports facility at Canal Parks, managed by High Life Highland
  • reconfigured Torvean Golf Course with enhanced facilities and development potential

Page last modified: 2 December 2025