A mural is to be painted on a problem underpass in Aberdeen as part of a range of improvements being made to the area.

Community leaders in Tillydrone have called for improvements to the underpass in the area, known locally as the Muggers’ Brig, after Network Rail agreed to take responsibility for the walkway.

Residents had complained about the condition of the well-used route which connects Woodside and Great Northern Road as it was littered with debris and was flooded in bad weather.

But, following discussions, both Network Rail and Aberdeen City Council have been working together to make improvements such as working with community groups and Riverbank School to create a mural while also looking at the most popular options for improving lighting.

Rubbish has also been cleared by the local authority’s unpaid work team while resurfacing is to be carried out.

Councillor for the area Ross Grant, who is also the city council’s spokesman for regeneration and transport, said: “The bulk of work is just to ensure it’s fit for purpose and safe to use but the mural idea is a great one to turn the space into a friendly and more positive place when people walk through.”