Committee refuses to close petition on Rest ‘saga’
‘I would not want to rule out a public inquiry if Transport Scotland and the Scottish Government are unable to move the project forward in some way.’
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Tree planting project takes root at Rest and Be Thankful
As soon as they are in the ground, their root systems will begin to grow and develop, binding the hillside over time and reducing the likelihood of landslips.
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Mum’s pavement warning after son injured in pushchair fall
‘I didn’t know if Finley was okay as he didn’t cry at first so my brain assumed the worst but I got him checked over at the hospital and they were happy with him.’
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Investment needed to develop air services, claim aviation chiefs
Sustained investment is required from the Scottish Government to achieve both the ambitious transition to net zero, they claim
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Transport Scotland progress on medium and long-term A83 solutions
While a petition pressing for a public inquiry into the political and financial management of the project remains alive – despite a less-than-warm reception from a Scottish Parliament committee.
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Under 22s urged to apply for free bus card
‘Travelling by bus is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to get across the country and research shows that young people recognise the vital role public transport will play in hitting our climate change targets’
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Motorhomes face big hike in new ferry fares
CalMac has announced that its summer timetable for next year will see marginal ticket price increases for all vehicles with the exception of motorhomes which will be hardest hit.
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Consultation to consider the future of air services
‘It’s absolutely vital that our rural and island communities continue to have access to properly funded, reliable and regular air services’
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Open letter to Transport Scotland chief about Rest ‘crisis’
‘If the A83 was a business site with the threat of a landslide outside its doors, would it still be allowed to operate, or would it be shut down?’