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Transport Minister Keith Brown today (THUR) visited the iconic Lothianburn Viaduct to meet the drivers recruited to run train services on the Borders Railway.

Transport Minister Keith Brown has revealed the details of the next ScotRail franchise, placing passengers at the heart of Scotland’s railways.

Shortlist for Forth bridges operating contract announced.

Additional overnight construction works are required on the £9.2m A82 Pulpit Rock Improvement scheme after work was stopped following a road traffic accident 1.5 miles to the south of the site on Wednesday (13 November) night.

“Almost 5000 golf fans have snapped up rail tickets for the Ryder Cup, showing a keen interest in the dedicated services laid on for this event.” said Transport Minister Keith Brown today.

Construction has begun on a new £3.8m link road between Gleneagles Station and the A9 and an extended car park at the station.

Nairn Bypass options on display

A new £1million community minibus fund has been announced by Transport Minister Keith Brown.

Local communities are being urged to have their say on the Scottish Government’s ambitious A96 dualling programme at a forthcoming series of roadshows.

A key milestone in the £17.1 million Dunragit bypass was successfully completed at the weekend when the beams supporting the new road bridge over the Glasgow-Stranraer railway line were lifted into place.