Edinburgh: Major Road Closures for Independence March

0:00It's March 27. From your city to your ears, this is Edinburgh News today, powered by AI. Edinburgh residents should plan ahead for major road closures in the city center this Saturday, March 28. Thousands are expected to join Belief Inn, Scotland's annual March for Independence, starting around 11 a.m. in the Old Town. Closures will roll out in phases along key streets, like the Royal Mile, from St. Giles Street down to Caningate and beyond. The first batch hits from 11 a.m. until 130 p.m., with more roads blocked until 3 p.m. to accommodate the crowd. Local bus services face disruptions too, as Lothian buses rerout several lines. Riders on the 1526, 44, and others including 106, 113, 124, X4, X5, and X7 will go via. Leith Street and London Road instead. The 35 service between East to Road and South Bridge will loop through London Road, Leith Street, and North Bridge during peak times.

1:02Officials urge drivers and commuters to check updates for smooth travel. The march heads down the Royal Mile to the Scottish Parliament, wrapping up with a rally at Calton Hill, so expect lively scenes to stay clear of. Restricted areas to keep things moving.