Bridge or tunnel studied to replace ferry

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investigations are underway into the idea of replacing a ferry service in northwest Scotland with a tunnel or a bridge. 

The Corran ferry, operated by Highland Council, crosses Loch Linnhe at the Corran Narrows, southwest of Fort William. The loch at this point is about 300 metres wide. The ferry connects the A82 Glasgow-Fort William road on the east side with the A861 on the west and is said to be the busiest single-vessel ferry crossing in Europe. 

Consultant Stantec has explored...

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