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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‘Serious deficiencies’ identified with inter-island ferry finances
Inter-island ferry finances are “not fit for purpose”, a senior councillor has warned.
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Loganair chief happy about Green Skies applications
Loganair chief executive Jonathan Hinkles said he was pleased to see a number of applications for Green Skies grants, which aim to decarbonise within the…
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Transport minister pledges to raise issue of shared cabins with NorthLink
The transport minister has said she will “inject some more urgency” into the reintroduction of shared cabins on NorthLink ferries.
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Flight troubles almost derail transport meeting
A long-awaited transport meeting was almost derailed by flight troubles.
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Progress at last on Levenwick road improvements
Highways bosses have reported progress on the much-delayed improvements to a “death trap” stretch of the A970.
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NorthLink responds after photos of crowded ferry spark demands for improvements
NorthLink has responded to mounting concerns about over-crowding after photos of folk sleeping on the floor led to demands for action.
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