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Major Scottish road 'neglected' as A77 campaigners demand work to clear Ayrshire's clogged artery

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Ayr and Stranraer has seen just over £50m in spent on capital projects over the last 20 years, not including maintenance.That compares to a massive £10.9 billion spent across Scotland as whole over the same period — just 0.5 per cent.The main criticisms centre on the lack of overtaking sections to help free up the road from the slow moving heavy goods and agricultural vehicles driving up and down from the ferry terminals around the clock.Donald McHarrie and the A77 Action Group have also pointed to dangerous junctions, crumbling surfaces, claustrophobically narrow roads through towns and the disruption caused when the road is closed.Without investment, Mr McHarrie said, "the road isn't fit for purpose."The group is waiting to hear back from.

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