Pictured: There are three main footpath diversions in place including the one above, which takes pedestrians from the town centre/college to the Falkirk Stadium.

With temporary footpath closures in place, alternative routes have been carefully planned and put in place to maintain safe access to key destinations such as the Helix and Falkirk Stadium.

However, some pedestrians are choosing unsafe routes that lead them to walk on the road, putting both themselves and drivers at risk.

Paul Kettrick, Falkirk Council's Head of Investment, Assets and Climate, said:

"Please do not put yourself in danger by walking on the road - use the designated diversion routes instead. These routes have been carefully designed to keep everyone safe while the improvement works are carried out. While they may take slightly longer, they remain the safest option and should always be the route you take."

Footpath diversions

There are three signed footpath diversions in place, which are marked out in the image above in blue. Videos of each route are provided below.

1. Falkirk town centre/Forth Valley College to Falkirk Stadium

For those travelling from Falkirk town centre or Forth Valley College, the safest route (captured in the video above) involves:

• Crossing the A904 Middlefield Road junction using the controlled crossings
• Following Alexander Avenue to the temporary path
• Crossing at the island on Stadium Roundabout
• Reversing these steps on your return journey

The temporary path between Stadium Roundabout and Alexander Avenue is lit at both ends by permanent streetlights, with additional lighting now operating in the evening for improved visibility.

2. Earlsgate to Falkirk Stadium

3. Etna Road to Falkirk Stadium

Falkirk Council and Balfour Beatty are closely monitoring the routes and are making adjustments as needed, with the routes gritted during adverse weather.

Visit the project’s dedicated webpage for more information.