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Funding awarded to accelerate EV adoption in Scotland
The Plugged-In Households Grant Fund scheme is said to offer alternatives to car ownership and affordable access to ultra-low emission vehicles.
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Scotland to allow smartcard use across multiple transport modes and operators
In a joint project between public transport operators, the National Entitlement Card Programme Office, Young Scot and Transport Scotland, all 16 types of public transport smartcards can now be used between transport modes.
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Scottish satisfaction with public transport declines
A survey of Scotland’s transport and travel habits has found that satisfaction with public transport has dropped by 10 per cent.
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Scottish Government announced investment to prioritise the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
Nicola Sturgeon, First Minister, has announced plans to mitigate the effects of climate change and reduce Scotland’s carbon emissions with initiatives such as a £500 million investment in bus infrastructure.
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Scotland announces further funding for cycling and walking infrastructure
In a bid to encourage active transport, Transport for Scotland pledges a further £1.8 million to the development of walking and cycling facilities.
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How Scotland is moving to sustainable public transport
Michael Matheson, Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity, discusses how Scotland is supporting new transport initiatives to combat climate change.
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Scottish public to have their say on future transport strategy
A new National Transport Strategy for Scotland that presents a marked change in the approach to transport for the next 20 years has been published for public consultation.
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Transport for Scotland acquire funding for low carbon and active travel
The European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) is set to invest £13.25 million in the Low Carbon Travel and Transport Challenge Fund across Scotland, a significant increase in funding from previous years.
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Scotland launches first rural green bus route in Moray
In an attempt to connect rural Scotland, new eco-buses will offer an on-demand service picking up and dropping off passengers at safe points along the route rather than pre-determined stops.
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Report calls for new metro in Glasgow to reconnect deprived areas
The Glasgow Connectivity Commission wants to see £10 billion spent over the next 20 years to improve the connectivity of the whole of Glasgow.
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ScotRail trials pay-as-you-go ticketing system in Glasgow
Scotland’s rail transport users will benefit from an account-based smart ticketing system as ScotRail aspires to trial new technology to improve passenger experience.
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Glasgow goes green with new Low Emissions Zone
Andrew Jarvis, Managing Director for First Glasgow, discusses the initiatives being implemented across Glasgow to fight pollution, reduce congestion and encourage the use of public transport.
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Another 75 low emission buses for Glasgow arriving in 2019
First Glasgow plans to invest millions in more low-emission vehicles, with additional funding granted from the Scottish Green Bus Fund.
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Scotland’s transport sector will benefit from greater access to funding for new innovation projects
A new, not-for-profit innovation centre in Scotland is at the forefront of intelligent mobility and will facilitate transport sector growth.
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First Glasgow launches new fleet of eco-friendly buses ahead of city-wide low emissions zone
First Glasgow and Glasgow City Council are committed to improving the city’s bus services, deploying Euro VI technology vehicles that offer more comfort and are more eco-friendly.