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Transport Minister Keith Brown today announced that the Scottish Government intends to introduce legislation to ensure that seatbelts are provided on all dedicated school transport.

Transport Minister Keith Brown today announced that grants totalling £1 million are being offered to twenty-nine third sector community transport operators.

£8 billion of capital investment expected to be spent over the next two years will support around 50,000 full time jobs across Scotland, Keith Brown said today.

Transport Scotland is really gearing up its plans to keep the nation moving during major events taking place the length and breadth of the country in the New Year.

With the deadline for applications to the Community Transport Vehicle Fund fast approaching, Transport Minister Keith Brown has urged operators to make sure they put themselves forward.

Speaking after a meeting with management at Aberdeen Airport today, Transport Minister Keith Brown said “Today’s discussions were very productive and covered a range of issues including Air Passenger Duty (APD), route development and infrastructure improvements in and around Aberdeen.

“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.

Thoughtless litterbugs across Scotland are needlessly costing taxpayers money that could be put to better use on transport improvements. On average, over 1800 tonnes of litter are cleared from the sides of Scotland’s road and rail routes every year – enough to fill two Commonwealth swimming pools.

Key Reported Road Casualties Scotland 2016 Statistics published