Ferry services reduced due to crew shortage
Crew shortages have forced a reduction in ferry services today (Friday) and throughout next week.
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Bus operators struggling to maintain services amid driver shortage
Transport officials are scrabbling to maintain bus services after a number of operators handed their contracts back.
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Disappointment at lack of cash for new NorthLink ferries
Urgent calls have been made for increased capacity on the NorthLink service after transport bosses once again failed to come with any funding guarantees.
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NorthLink bookings extended further to accommodate Christmas travel plans
NorthLink bookings have been opened into the new year after concerns were raised about organising travel over the festive period.
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‘Full steam ahead’ for new Fair Isle ferry
Councillors have called on officials to “crack on … full steam ahead” with the Fair Isle ferry replacement – amid warnings of “extremely tight” timescales.
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Orkney ferry operator interested in running new Shetland service
An Orkney ferry operator has inquired about the possibility of running additional services to Shetland via Grutness Pier.
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Ferry fare freeze paves way for NorthLink bookings to open
A freeze on NorthLink ferry fares has been announced paving the way for bookings from October onwards.
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Transport returns to the cabinet under Màiri McAllan’s remit
Transport has been restored as a cabinet position – and awarded to the secretary who oversaw the controversial consultation on highly protected marine areas.
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Transport minister steps down
The Scottish government’s transport minister has stood down from the role. Kevin Stewart took on the job when Humza Yousaf was made first minister in…
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Orkney’s poor taxis highlighted as need for regulations in Shetland
Looser taxi regulations could see standards slip to those seen in Orkney, a councillor has warned.
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Minister rules out return of NorthLink shared cabins
The transport minister has ruled out the return of NorthLink shared cabins despite calls from political leaders and passengers to review the policy.
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Swedish airline to operate some of Loganair’s Sumburgh services
Swedish airline Braathens Regional will be operating Sumburgh flights while Loganair prepares for the renewal of its fleet.
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Vandals and abusive passengers causing ‘chaos’ on bus network
Troublemakers causing “chaos” on bus services could be banned from the network amid escalating concerns for staff and passenger safety.
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‘Oyster cards’ could be introduced for ferry service
London Underground style Oyster cards could be introduced on the inter-island ferry service.
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