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Access control for automatic bollards in Midlothian
Bollard access control for sites across Midlothian: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageBollard access control in Midlothian
Across Midlothian, typical sites for bollard access control systems include community car parks, small industrial units and town-centre squares. ANPR, fob, keypad, intercom and remote control systems that decide who can lower an automatic bollard, and when.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in Midlothian: Midlothian Council.
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Guide prices in Midlothian
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £595–£5,395 + VAT | Remote fobs or a standalone keypad |
| Upgraded | £3,995–£8,795 + VAT | GSM intercom with keypad on a post |
| Premium | £7,445–£11,995 + VAT | ANPR camera, software and integration |
Per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Highway and planning authorities in Midlothian
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Bonnyrigg | Midlothian Council | Midlothian Council |
| Penicuik | Midlothian Council | Midlothian Council |
| Dalkeith | Midlothian Council | Midlothian Council |
Rules for bollard access control systems in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Rising bollards should fail safe, never rise beneath a vehicle, carry clear signs and give the emergency services an override.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Scotland.
How installation works
Plan positions
Readers, cameras and intercoms are placed so drivers stop well before the bollard, with queueing space off the public road where possible.
Lay ducts and pedestals
Ducts are laid from the controller to each device, and pedestals or posts are set in concrete. Loops for exit and detection are cut and sealed.
Wire and connect
A qualified electrician installs power, and devices are connected to the bollard controller and to any network or building system.
Hand over
You are shown how to add and remove users, read logs and use the emergency override. Credentials and settings are recorded.
Bollard access control in Midlothian: FAQs
Do you cover all of Midlothian for bollard access control systems?
Yes — including Bonnyrigg, Penicuik and Dalkeith. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do bollard access control systems cost in Midlothian?
In Midlothian, typically £595–£11,995 per entrance, controls supplied, installed and commissioned, plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Midlothian?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (Midlothian Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
Do ANPR cameras at our entrance raise data protection issues?
They collect personal data, so you need to handle it properly, including signage, a privacy notice and sensible retention periods. Your data protection adviser can confirm what applies to your site. We can set retention and access options on the system to match.
Can the fire brigade open the bollards?
They should be able to, through an override agreed with them, such as a key switch, a code or a link to the fire alarm. We test the arrangement before handover. It should be reviewed if the site changes.