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We are the national transport agency for Scotland, delivering the Scottish Government's vision for transport. See @trafficscotland for latest travel updates.

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Transport Scotland
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Yesterday @FionaHyslop visited Haddington to see @BTGroup switch on their first #EV charger powered from a green cabinet. The Transport Secretary explained how this nationwide pilot is helping us reach our #NetZero targets ⬇️ Read more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero
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This morning First Minister @NicolaSturgeon and Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael took part in a one-minute silence at Edinburgh Waverley Station, to remember those who lost their lives in the Stonehaven rail incident.
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To celebrate #FreeBus travel for under 22s from 31 Jan, @NicolaSturgeon and @PatrickHarvie hop on board Scottish-built @ADLbus electric bus with @Caldercuilt Primary pupils and @YoungScot volunteers. ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero #CombatingClimateChangeStartsYoung
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Not long now! Scotland's newest bridge @FRC_Queensferry opens to traffic in 5 days! #keepscotlandmoving #qcopening
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“Our very strong advice right now is that people should be staying at home”, says FM @NicolaSturgeon . There should be no travel outside your local authority area, or between Scotland & other parts of the UK, except for essential purposes. #StayHome ▶️
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Today @MathesonMichael announces £10m fund to support pop-up #ActiveTravel infrastructure across Scotland – administered by @SustransScot and open for local authorities to apply today – helping support #PhysicalDistancing while #walking or #cycling .
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An exciting moment for #ActiveTravel as @MathesonMichael and @JoeFitzMSP welcome @leecraigie_ as the new #ActiveNation Commissioner for Scotland. Lee will work across @ScotGov & the country, alongside partners, to raise the profile of #walking and #cycling
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Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael confirms today that @scotgov preparations are underway to provide #FreeBusTravel for young people aged under 19 who reside in #Scotland . 🚍 Find out more ➡️ @YoungScot | @improvserv | @necscotland
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Face coverings will be mandatory on public transport for the majority of passengers in Scotland from 22 June – we all have a collective responsibility to wear one. #StayTravelSafe
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The Royal Cortege will travel from Balmoral, via Aberdeen and Dundee, to Edinburgh tomorrow. Thousands will gather to pay their respects. 🔹 Road closures are in place 🔹 Expect severe travel disruption 🔹 Plan ahead if travelling Read more ➡️
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Face coverings will be mandatory on public transport in Scotland from Monday 22 June. Read the updated phase 2 guidance including information on face coverings, with exemptions for specific medical reasons and children under five: #StayTravelSafe
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Today @ScotGovFM confirmed peak fares will be removed from all @ScotRail routes for 6 months from October. @ScotGov will consider the impact and the long-term sustainability of making this permanent. @KevinStewartSNP welcomes the trial ⬇️ Read more ➡️
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It's open! Well done @FRC_Queensferry
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World Heritage Status! UNESCO plaque unveiled for the Forth Bridge by @HumzaYousaf #forthbridge
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Minister for Transport @JennyGilruth visits the new £20 million @scotgov funded @NetworkRailSCOT #Reston station. She was delighted to join locals in celebrating the first services calling at the village since 1964. Read more ➡️
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Transport Minister Graeme Dey announces #FreeBusTravel for young people aged under 22 in #Scotland . The scheme will go live on 31 January 2022. 🚍 Find out more ➡️ @YoungScot | @improvserv | @necscotland #LetsDoNetZero #LoveMyBus
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We’re welcoming new #Class385 trains as @DerekMackaySNP marks the latest milestone in @scotgov ongoing rail investment @ScotRail @NetworkRailSCOT @NetworkRailEGIP @HitachiRailEU
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"The greatest bridge in the world" - FM @NicolaSturgeon lit up the @FRC_Queensferry last night! #qcopening #keepscotlandmoving
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Today @JennyGilruth and @PatrickHarvie celebrate almost 45 million #FreeBus journeys by under 22s across Scotland in the first 12 months. Free bus travel: 🔹 helps you save money 🔹 reduces emissions 🔹 tackles congestion Learn more➡️
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Today @CalSleeper begins operating under public ownership. Transport Minister @FionaHyslop says it is the start of a new era for the service. Read more ➡️
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New Action Plan to decarbonise Scotland’s Railway by 2035 is launched by Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael - part of @scotgov commitment to reach #NetZero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. @ScotRail | @NetworkRailScot Learn more about the plan:
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The return of rail to #Levenmouth moves closer as Transport Minister Graeme Dey confirms the line will be double tracked and electrified. On a site visit @FifeCouncil he announced the options being taken forward for #Leven and #CameronBridge Stations ➡️
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The reopening of the Levenmouth rail link is to be taken forward to the next stage @MathesonMichael has confirmed that the case has been made and that design work will begin #LevenRail
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See the £9.6 million #BerriedaleBraes section of the A9 in #Caithness from the air. The newly opened road has removed a hairpin bend which caused traffic to slow or stop, and is expected to improve journey times and enhance #RoadSafety Read more:
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Today @MathesonMichael announced Scotland’s #TransportTransitionPlan . As we phase out of lockdown we’re working with partners to inform passengers on how to travel safely, to manage travel demand and sustain behavioural change. Read more:
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#A737 #DalryBypass opens ahead of schedule – local school children join Dalry's oldest resident to celebrate the difference it will make to the #NorthAyrshire town @MathesonMichael
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It starts today. Under 22s living in Scotland can now benefit from #FreeBusTravel across the country. Find out more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero
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Tonight we join our transport partners and people across Scotland to thank key workers, carers and the NHS.     #ClapForCarers #ClapForNHS 👏   @TrafficScotland  | @ScotRail | @MathesonMichael
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3 years
As we prepare to move beyond Level 0 there are still some safety measures we need to follow. Remember to wear a face covering on #PublicTransport unless you are exempt and keep a safe distance where possible. #StayTravelSafe
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We're celebrating the return of rail services to #Kintore after almost 60 years. The new £15m station, built by @NetworkRailScot & operated by @ScotRail , is a transport hub with the largest #EV charging location in north east Scotland.   #ScotlandsRailway | @MathesonMichael
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Rail services are returning to #Kintore after almost 60 years. The new £15 million accessible station will open on Thursday with bus links & cycle storage alongside the largest #electricvehicle  charging location in north east Scotland. Read more ▶️
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Kingston Bridge turns 50 today! To celebrate this #Glasgow landmark @MathesonMichael has announced a bid for it to be listed as a structure of historic and architectural interest. The bridge has helped to shape the city #KingstonBridge50 @GlasgowsMways
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For the first time in a single day, more than a quarter of a million #FreeBus journeys were made by under 22s on 1 September - a milestone for the scheme. If you're under 22 and haven't joined yet, #FreeYourself at
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Funding for Scotland’s National Cycle Network has more than doubled today as @MathesonMichael announces extra funds from the enhanced #activetravel budget to provide £6.9m for easier and safer #walking and #cycling @SustransScot #ActiveNation
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Today, Minister for Active Travel @patrickharvie announces the publication of #CyclingByDesign . Our latest guidance offers advice on how to build more inclusive and consistent infrastructure to make #cycling easier for all. 🚴 #ScotClimateWeek
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Today @FionaHyslop confirms the @ScotRail peak fares removal pilot will start on 2 October and last for 6 months. During this period, all fares and products valid in the off peak will be valid to travel all day. Read more ➡️ #ScotPfG | #ScotlandsRailway
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Let’s #KeepScotlandMoving this winter - today we’ll be joining @PoliceScotland @MetOffice and others at our winter service launch for the latest advice on how to stay safe on Scotland’s trunk roads @ReadyScotland @MathesonMichael #ReadyScotland
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Transport Scotland
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Congratulations to the @FRC_Queensferry team who won Construction and Engineering Project of the Year at the #NationalTransportAwards . Our Chief Executive Roy Brannen was also recognised for his Outstanding Contribution to National Transport @TransportTimes @MathesonMichael
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Our teams are ready to keep the trunk road network moving this #winter . From journey planning to keeping a winter kit in your car, here’s how you can help #ReadyScotland @policescotland @trafficscotland @ReadyScotland @metoffice
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If you live in the central belt of Scotland, the latest travel advice is to stay local, work from home if possible and walk, wheel or cycle if you can.   If you live outside the central belt, do not travel there unless necessary. See the full guidance ▶️
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Transport Scotland
7 years
Not everyone was excited about #qcexperience today...😂
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Transport Scotland
2 years
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. We offer our sincere condolences to the Royal Family.
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Buckingham Palace has today confirmed the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
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Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael was delighted to greet the brand new @CalSleeper trains at #GlasgowCentral this evening - the new service is helping to transform Scotland’s rail travel experience @MathesonMichael @ScotGovEconomy
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Today @PatrickHarvie has launched a new £20 million investment in #ActiveTravel infrastructure. This will make #walking , #wheeling and #cycling easier in communities across the country. Read more ➡️
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True grit! Vid shows view from Mr Plow, one of Bear's @NWTrunkRoads spreaders out on the A9 at Drumochter this morning #thundersnow #A9
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From today @ScotRail becomes publicly owned and operated for the benefit of the people of Scotland - a change that puts passengers and staff at the heart of rail services. Find out more ➡️ #YoursToUse
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First Minister @NicolaSturgeon visited Glasgow Queen Street Station this morning to mark ScotRail officially coming under public sector control.
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More gritters than ever before & new ice sensors on the #QueensferryCrossing : Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael announces winter plans as we work with @PoliceScotland and @MetOffice to keep Scotland’s trunk roads moving.    Read more ▶️ #ReadyForWinter
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Queensferry Crossing was in safe hands earlier today with this caped crusader, who is a real superhero #loveqc #qcopening @FRC_Queensferry
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Today @MathesonMichael announces £510,000 to help eight housing associations across Scotland roll out the services of #ElectricVehicle car clubs, providing #sustainable alternatives to car ownership and affordable access to #EVs @EnergySvgTrust
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The £10m #SpacesForPeople initiative was announced in response to #COVID19 last month, with applications already exceeding that amount. To support #ActiveTravel further @MathesonMichael confirms we are increasing the fund to £30m immediately.
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Today @scotgov Ministers @JennyGilruth and @patrickharvie welcomed the beginning of #FreeBusTravel for under 22s. This will help tackle inequality and improve the lives of around 930,000 young people across Scotland. Find out more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero
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Transport Minister Graeme Dey has announced new pilot projects offering #FreeBikes for school aged children in Scotland who cannot afford one. 🚲 Find out more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero | #ActiveNation | #PowerOfTheBike
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Remember that from today, face coverings are mandatory on public transport in Scotland. Read the guidance including information on exemptions for specific medical reasons and children under five: #StayTravelSafe
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Today @MathesonMichael launches the #ScotlandCycleRepair Scheme! Funded by @scotgov and administered through @CyclingUKScot - participating shops will now offer free repair and maintenance work up to the value of £50. More info:
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The new £14m #Robroyston @ScotRail Station was formally opened today by @MathesonMichael . Glasgow’s 60th rail station is fully accessible with 253 car park and ride spaces, new electric vehicle charging points, adjoining walking and cycle paths, cycle parking and passenger wifi.
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From Monday, you could be fined for parking on the pavement in Scotland. New powers approved by @ScotParl mean local authorities can fine drivers up to £100. Read more ➡️
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Today we publish our route map outlining steps needed to reduce car kilometres travelled by 20% by 2030. It groups 30+ actions across four #sustainable travel behaviours. @GraemeDeyMSP says we need to drive down car use. Read more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero
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Thank you transport workers! Gift the gift of goodwill this Christmas and join @HumzaYousaf in appreciating the men and women who keep us on the move #keepscotlandmoving #thanks
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New #ScotlandCycleRepair Scheme - Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael joined staff at @BikeforGoodGlaS today to welcome the scheme which offers free repairs up to a value of £50. Find out more at @CyclingUKScot | #ActiveNation
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Today @scotgov Minister for #ActiveTravel @patrickharvie provided the keynote speech to the #CyclingScotlandConf , where he confirmed a further £1 million allocation to reopen the #ScotlandCycleRepair scheme. Read more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero | #COP26
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Forth Road Bridge given green light to reopen
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Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael announces that from 28 September, the @scotgov #LowCarbonTransportLoan , delivered through @EnergySvgTrust will be extended to cover used #ElectricVehicles for the first time. ➡️ #ScotClimateWeek #NetZero
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In memory of Her Majesty The Queen. This photo was taken at the official opening of the Queensferry Crossing, 4 September 2017. The Queen also officially opened the Forth Road Bridge on the same day in 1964.
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Applications are open for 5-21 year olds living in Scotland to access #FreeBusTravel . Due to the pandemic, the focus will be on young people who need to make essential journeys. @GraemeDeyMSP says the approach puts public health first. Read more ➡️
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🌍 #COP26 starts in #Glasgow on 31 October. Road closures around the venue and in the city will affect transport networks. Play your part – visit @GetReadyGlasgow for up-to-date information and a detailed travel plan ➡️ @cabinetofficeuk | @UN
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Today we publish #STPR2 , setting out our investment priorities for the next 20 years. In @ScotParl , @MathesonMichael outlined 45 recommendations to: 🔹 make transport in Scotland more sustainable 🔹 support better travel choices Read more ➡️
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From today, existing @YoungScot and @necscotland cardholders, aged 16-21, can now use our new mobile app to add #FreeBusTravel to their card without having to send away for a new one. 📲 Watch our video on how to use the app. Read more ➡️
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New M8 ‘Missing Link’ Set To Open #m8m73m74 #keepscotlandmoving
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Read the latest @scotgov information on new #COVID19 protection measures from Monday 2 November ➡️ Watch today’s travel guidance update from First Minister @NicolaSturgeon ⬇️
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Brrrr, it's freezing! Make sure you're familiar with our guide to driving in bad weather, follow  @policescotland  &  @trafficscotland  for travel advice   #snow #WeatherWatchers
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Minister for #ActiveTravel @patrickharvie joined @Mearns_Primary pupils to see @BikeabilityScot training in action. Making sure all children leave school with the ability to ride a bike safely can help deliver an inclusive #ActiveNation . ➡️ #Bikeability
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Minister for #ActiveTravel @PatrickHarvie has today launched a new plan to increase everyday #cycling in Scotland. We intend to make cycling easier and transform our communities into healthier and happier places to live, work in and visit. Read more ➡️
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⚠️ #StormBabet - @metoffice update ⚠️ Further warnings now issued for Saturday: 🔴 Red for parts of #Tayside and #Aberdeenshire 🟠 Amber for #EasterRoss , #Caithness and #Sutherland areas 🔴 Avoid travel in red warning areas Read more ➡️
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Together, we are committed to making #walking and #cycling the most popular mode of #travel for short, everyday journeys. For more information on our approach visit
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Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay and we’re supporting Scotland’s new approach to prevention. Together we can save lives, so let’s talk suicide. Join the conversation @TalkToSaveLives . #UnitedToPreventSuicide
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We welcome the #MVLochFrisa into service today on the #Oban - #Craignure route! The new vessel for the @CalMacFerries network is part of our £580 million investment in ferries infrastructure over five years. Read more ➡️ Photo courtesy of Iain Erskine.
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Isn’t this exciting? Our record-breaking @FRC_Queensferry opens to traffic in 3 days! #loveqc #qcopening
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Transport Scotland
4 years
Today @MathesonMichael officially opened the @FalkirkCouncil #LowCarbon #ElectricVehicle hub with funding thanks to @scotgovESIF . It’s now the largest hub in Scotland for the @ChargePlaceScot network!
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With @PaulWheelhouse at #GlasgowQueenStreet this morning to unveil stunning artwork by Gabriella Marcella – adding a splash of colour to the £120 million redevelopment programme @NetworkRailGQS @ScotRail #Glasgow2018 #TheMoment
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Today @FionaHyslop announces £140 million in @scotgov funding for the #EastKilbride Enhancement Project. Speaking from #Barrhead , the Transport Minister explains the importance of decarbonising #ScotlandsRailway ⬇️ Read more ➡️ #ScotPfG | #LetsDoNetZero
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Today @MathesonMichael announces that #Scotland benefits from over 1000 publicly available #ElectricVehicle charge points through @ChargePlaceScot , which supports the @ScotGov ambition to phase out the need for new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2032.
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On the first day of #ScotClimateWeek , Minister for Active Travel @PatrickHarvie invites views on the new draft #CyclingFramework for Scotland. Have your say on our proposals to get more people cycling for shorter everyday journeys ⬇️ 🚲 #ActiveNation
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We welcomed the new #CaledonianSleeper trains at Glasgow's #CentralStation as @MathesonMichael joined the @CalSleeper team to mark a key moment for Scotland's rail heritage @NetworkRailGLC @SercoGroup @NetworkRailSCOT – see more on our website:
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£1.3m for electric bike revolution in Scotland: Cabinet Secretary @FergusEwingMSP announces new loans and grants for e-bikes at the Scottish Transport Summit #activetravel #cycling
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New #AWPR section, Craibstone to Stonehaven and Charleston will open early on the morning of Wednesday 12 December. New #drone footage of the route is now available
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Transport Minister @KevinStewartSNP launches #ScotZEB2 at @ADLbus in Larbert. Up to £58 million is being made available for zero emission buses and infrastructure to accelerate the transition to #NetZero . Read more ➡️ #LetsDoNetZero
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We're at Glasgow's #CentralStation this evening celebrating the new @CalSleeper fleet entering into passenger service – Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael wishes everybody involved in taking this service forward in the coming months and years ahead the very best
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Transport Minister @JennyGilruth calls for UK Ministers to step up and fix the broken railway system as Scotland prepares for a busy summer of events. Read more ➡️
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Exciting news for @ChargePlaceScot . Today @MathesonMichael confirms that @eVolt_UK will operate the #ElectricVehicle charging network from July! This means new jobs in Scotland and improved customer service for members. Read more ➡️ #NetZero
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Transport Scotland
5 years
Full AWPR to open on Tuesday @MathesonMichael confirms road users to have access to entire route
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The Clackmannanshire Bridge celebrates its 10th birthday today. First opened on 19 Nov 2008, over 50 million vehicles have since used the crossing, improving connections and transport resilience to Clackmannanshire, Fife and Falkirk. Happy Birthday Clacks!
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Transport Minister Graeme Dey joined @ScotRail yesterday to welcome the #HighlandExplorer - a brand new service to operate along the West Highland Line. The carriages can hold 20 bikes and offer an e-bike charging socket - opening up more opportunities for sustainable travel.
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Transport Scotland
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At 09.43 this morning we will join our colleagues across Scotland’s Railway to observe a minute’s silence in memory of Brett McCullough, Donald Dinnie and Christopher Stuchbury, who lost their lives in the Stonehaven rail incident one week ago.
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Today @patrickharvie announces 36 projects in Scotland will benefit from £825,000 funding for #eBikes and accessible cycles. ⚡️🚲 This will provide #ActiveTravel options that are: 🔹 Healthier 🔹 Sustainable 🔹 Inclusive @EnergySvgTrust Read more ➡️
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It’s two years since we introduced average speed cameras on #A90 . Before activation 3 out of 5 vehicles were #speeding on the route. Now 99 out of 100 comply with speed limits. More on how the cameras are transforming driver behaviour at #RoadSafety
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Scotland’s #TransportBill has been passed by @ScotParl . It means Scotland will have a cleaner, smarter, more #accessible transport system, improving #wellbeing & reducing emissions to help us meet our #ClimateChange targets @MathesonMichael
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Transport Scotland
4 years
Today we are publishing clear guidance for transport operators and for passengers, which can enable us to restart and recover. Access the passenger guidance here:
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Transport Scotland
4 years
People across Scotland continue to come together every Thursday to applaud key workers, carers and the NHS. Across all modes, Scotland's transport sector is proud to show its appreciation. #ClapForCarers #StayHomeSaveLives @MathesonMichael
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Transport Scotland
7 months
🔴 #StormBabet - @metoffice red warning update 🔴 ⚠️ Now extended to include #Perthshire as well as #Aberdeenshire and #Angus ⚠️ Amber and yellow warnings are also in place ⚠️ @PoliceScotland advice is to avoid travel in red warning areas Read more ➡️
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