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The Scottish Government has put in place temporary variations to the ScotRail and Caledonian Sleeper franchises in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. This will ensure passenger services can continue to operate on a reduced timetable and in accordance with social distancing measures.
The existing franchise agreements have been temporarily varied and train operators receive increased payments to cover operating costs, as necessary because of reduced revenues.
These emergency measures are necessary in order to secure the continued provision of services throughout this period, to allow key workers to get to their workplaces and also allow vital freight trains to operate.
related publications
- Statement of Policy by the Scottish Ministers in exercise of the power in section 26(1) of the Railways Act 1993
- Rail franchise performance meeting minutes - 4 February 2021
- Inclusive Design in Town Centres and Busy Street Areas
- Payments to rail franchisees under the Emergency Measures Agreements - March to September 2020
- COVID-19 Sub-National Transport Trends - 4 - 31 January 2021