New speed limits which were due to come into force in the Highlands have been delayed due to the 'recent cold weather'. 

The speed limits were due to be introduced in mid-December on the C1126 Glenmore to Cairngorm Mountain Road and the B970 Aviemore – Inverdruie – Coylumbridge - Nethybridge Road.

However, Highland Council said the recent cold weather has prevented the speed limit signing works from being implemented as planned.

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Councillors have since made to the decision to push the proposed ‘live’ date for the new speed limits from December 15 to January 29 next year. 

Highland Council said it apologises for any inconvenience the change may cause.

Local contractors have been appointed for the installation works and are due to begin soon, with the works estimated to take around three weeks to complete, Highland Council added.