£18m spent on new promenade route in Tayside

It's hoped the travel transformation will improve the lives of locals and visitors.

Susan Nicholson

A travel transformation is taking place between two coastal communities in Tayside.

£18m has been spent upgrading the route between Broughty Ferry and Monifieth, encouraging more people to cycle and walk.

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