We are the national alliance for sustainable transport – we campaign for better, fairer and greener transport in Scotland.
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Following widespread speculation that the Chancellor will announce plans for a pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicle use in tomorrow's UK Budget, here's the article initially written for @TransformScot's 'Ideas for Investment' report.
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Transform Scotland publishes statement of support for extension of Edinburgh's trams | @TransformScot scottishconstructionnow.com/…
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Facilitators wanted in Stirling, Perth & Kinross, Dundee and Angus! 🚍✨ Join our flexible, friendly and amazing team, perfect for anyone looking for rewarding work that fits around you!
We're hiring!
Help us deliver interactive workshops for ages 5–16 on bus safety, environmental benefits, and anti-social behaviour as part of our #LoveMyBus Youth Programme.
Find out more: transform.scot/2025/08/18/we…
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We're delighted to be in attendance for The Scottish Transport Awards 2025! Jointly nominated for the A Wee Walk Works Wonders Campaign with @TransformScot <3 Let's hope we win! 🏆 – at Glasgow, Scotland
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We compared 3 French cities (which have trams) with 3 similar UK cities (which don't):
Dijon & Oxford
Bordeaux & Hull
Montpellier & Bournemouth
Could the UK cities have trams too, & what benefits would they bring? #TimeForTrams
Here's what we found out! bettertransport.org.uk/blog/…
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We urgently need action on #carspreading. Fairer parking charges that reflect the size & weight of cars, while government reviews taxes to address the real harm caused by supersized SUVs. This provides opportunity to invest in priorities like potholes & better public transport 🙏
Full extent of the increased danger posed to pedestrians and cyclists by “supersize” SUV cars is revealed by London researchers standard.co.uk/news/transpor…
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Bus priority measures benefit everyone and create a virtuous circle - reducing congestion and pollution, speeding up services and encouraging more people on board!
🚍 NEW REPORT: Public backs bus priority—now it’s time for action
Today, we launch ‘Life in the Bus Lane’, revealing strong public support for bus priority measures—even from non-bus users 👇
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🧵 Read on for key findings & what needs to change
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ALT Image of Life in the Bus Lane project report cover
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'Investing in well-connected, dedicated cycling lanes is having an impact'
'Landmark' new cycle routes in Glasgow and Edinburgh deliver record bike journeys in Scotland
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Good event Thinking Rail First in Parliament this week and I got meet LNER’s Eleanor and hear more about their plans
Thinking rail first @ScotParl!
We were delighted to co-host our #ThinkRailFirst reception at Holyrood with @LNER earlier this week.
Catch up on the event and our discussions on rail’s vital role in connecting communities, growing the economy and helping people travel sustainably 👇
transform.scot/2025/02/07/th…
ALT Cab Sec for Transport Fiona Hyslop MSP and MD of LNER David Horne.
ALT Transform team with LNER mascot Eleanor in parliament.
ALT Fiona Hyslop & David Horne with mascot Eleanor, LNER and Transform banners.
ALT Think rail first slide on plasma screen.
Transform Scotland retweeted
Last night, we were delighted to attend a parliamentary reception hosted by @LNER and @TransformScot Scotland, celebrating the power of rail. Our Chief Executive, Liz, highlighted Edinburgh’s strengths, and the role of rail and robust connectivity in supporting our ambitions.
Transform Scotland retweeted
Meeting ‘Eleanor’ from LNER at the #ThinkRailFirst event where I spoke about the Scottish Government’s commitment to rail
This evening, we’re heading to @scotparl with @LNER for our #ThinkRailFirst event!
We're delighted to be joined by the Cabinet Secretary for Transport @FionaHyslop, @KevinStewartSNP, @EdinChamber & special guest Eleanor to celebrate #Railway200.
ALT Think Rail First - a parliamentary reception sponsored by Kevin Stewart MSP, Wed 5 Feb, LNER x Transform Scotland
ALT LNER's Eleanor outside Scottish Parliament
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Discover which countries are leading the way in adopting #shift2rail
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Bus Partnership Fund reported as having been "concluded" by @transcotland according to @routeoneteam
So concluded only c. £473m short of the £500m originally committed.
We wait to see how the replacement £10m Bus Infrastructure Fund will work.
route-one.net/news/bus-infra…
Transform Scotland retweeted
So the £500m Bus Partnership Fund has indeed been cancelled, not "paused", as @transcotland claimed earlier this year.
But it has been replaced by a £10m 'Bus Infrastructure Fund'.
gov.scot/binaries/content/do…
Unclear whether new fund comes at expense of active travel investment.
Our response to #ScottishBudget:
transform.scot/2024/12/04/dr…
“It’s deeply disappointing that no funds were found for reinstating the Bus Partnership Fund. Installing #BusPriority on the roads is a cheap & quick way to incentivise people to switch from cars to public transport."
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A welcome addition to the BBC primetime schedule last night - a serious discussion from @BBCJustinR about whether the number of cheap flights can continue to grow if we are to meet our climate obligations bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c245…
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The @TransformScot #IdeasForInvestment report contains my article on how in Iceland action is being taken now to implement road pricing for EVs.
transform.scot/2024/11/27/fa…
It's now almost 4 years since @scotgov committed to road traffic reduction. We're long overdue for action.
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3⃣ Walkable places save money
From reducing mortality rates and healthcare costs, to preventing falls among older adults, investments in pedestrian-friendly infrastructure can lead to substantial savings for public health systems.
ALT Pink graphic reads: The introduction of default 20mph limits in Wales is estimated to have saved NHS Wales just over £92 million in the first year; nearly three times higher than the implementation costs.
ALT Orange graphic reads; In Scotland alone, the number of deaths averted by walking to work is worth an estimated £600 million a year.
Transform Scotland retweeted
The #PedestrianPound launches in Edinburgh today - follow @LStreetsScot for the day's action.
The report makes the economic case for walkable streets, showing that pedestrians spend more and that pedestrianised high streets see bigger sales.
livingstreets.org.uk/Pedestr…
ALT A split image of a woman walking across a street with a bag that reads Walk Local, Shop Local. Alongside an image of the front cover of the Pedestrian Pound.
Transform Scotland retweeted
Transport is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the EU ✈️🚢🚗
Will global leaders take action on the climate impact of transport at #COP29?
Explore our 2024 State of European Transport ➡️ transportenvironment.org/sta…
Transform Scotland retweeted
👀Now @ScotParl has passed legislation to revise Scotland's climate laws, there can be no more delay in robust, fair climate action that brings benefits to our health, economy, and planet.
🖊️Read our letter to @scotgovfm with over 70 other organisations: bit.ly/4fsPgEq
