Transport
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Statement To Accompany The Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009 (Scottish Carbon Budgets) Amendment Regulations 2025
A statement to accompany the Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009 (Scottish Carbon Budgets) Amendment Regulations 2025 as required under the Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009. It provides information on the Regulations and indicates the likely proposals and policies in the next Climate Change Plan.
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Climate change - public engagement strategy: mid-point review
The climate change public engagement strategy committed to a review at the mid-point of delivery. The review provides a summary of activities delivered since the publication of the strategy, reflects on the approach being taken and recommends improvements to achieve objectives in future delivery.
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National Islands Plan: annual report 2024
The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2024 reporting year.
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Just Transition: draft plan for transport in Scotland
This draft plan identifies the key challenges and opportunities that the transport sector faces in making a just transition to net zero. We are seeking views as part of a public consultation, which will run until 19th May 2025.
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Just Transition: draft plan for transport in Scotland: easy read
This easy read version of the draft plan identifies the key challenges and opportunities that the transport sector faces in making a just transition to net zero. We are seeking views as part of a public consultation, which will run until 19 May 2025.
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Planning, Infrastructure and Place Advisory Group: annual report 2024
Annual report covering the activities of the Planning Infrastructure and Place Advisory Group in 2024. Prepared in Collaboration with Scottish Futures Trust.
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Severe Flood Warnings issued
Very high river levels forecast along the River Spey with a danger to life.
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Compulsory purchase reform: progress report December 2024
This report recaps progress to date on the Scottish Government's comprehensive programme of work to reform and modernise the compulsory purchase system in Scotland. It summarises emerging proposals and sets out next steps heading into 2025.
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Investment in Northern Isles connectivity
Orkney and Shetland to share £20 million.
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Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic report: SG response
Our response to the recommendations made by the Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic.
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Freagairt Riaghaltas na h-Alba ri Aithisg na Buidhne-obrach Geàrr-ùine air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig
Freagairt Riaghaltas na h-Alba ri molaidhean na Buidhne-obrach Geàrr-ùine air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig
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Investment in electric vehicle charging network
Expansion announced ahead of Ayr Travelling Cabinet.
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Transport to health: delivery plan
Sets out our planned commitments to improve transport to health and social care, through cross-portfolio action to bring transport planning and health planning together.
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Orkney ferry funding
Government support to help council replace fleet.
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National Islands Plan: Implementation Route Map 2024
Details how we will deliver our priorities over the lifetime of the National Islands Plan. It identifies the methods to monitor progress towards fulfilling the many commitments in the Plan and sets out timescales for delivery of our work.
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Climate change - Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029: monitoring and evaluation framework
Framework we will use to monitor and evaluate progress in delivering the Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024 to 2029. The Adaptation Plan sets out the actions that the Scottish Government and partners will take to respond to the impacts of climate change from 2024 to 2029.
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Climate change - Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment
Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment undertaken for the Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024 to 2029.
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Climate change - Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029: children's version
Children's version of the Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024 to 2029. This version can be used to support learning and sets out the actions the Scottish Government and partners will take to respond to the impacts of climate change from 2024 to 2029.
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Climate change - Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029: joint equalities impact assessment and Fairer Scotland Duty assessment
Joint equalities impact assessment and Fairer Scotland Duty assessment undertaken for Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029.
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Climate change: Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029
Sets out the actions that the Scottish Government and partners will take to respond to the impacts of climate change. This Adaptation Plan sets out actions from 2024 to 2029.
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New zero emission buses
£41.7 million investment in bus decarbonisation.
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Building a sustainable future for Ferguson Marine
Business plan to improve productivity at the shipyard.
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First meeting of new Cabinet
FM John Swinney chairs Cabinet before visits focused on jobs, NHS and transport.
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Aithris Bhliadhnail air Plana Nàiseanta nan Eilean 2023
Gaelic version of the National Islands Plan annual report 2023
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Local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods: planning guidance
The guidance on local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods aims to encourage, promote and facilitate the application of the Place Principle and create connected and compact neighbourhoods which prioritise environmental, social and economic sustainability.
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Tribunals (Scotland) Act 2014 - draft regulations: consultation analysis and response
Analysis and response to consultation regarding draft regulations on transferring certain appeal functions of the Transport Tribunal and allocating new appeal functions relating to bus service improvement partnerships to the Upper Tribunal for Scotland.
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National Islands Plan: annual report 2023
The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2023 reporting year.
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Scottish Islands Typology: overview 2024
This report outlines the Scottish Islands Typology (2024). It classifies Scotland’s islands into ten categories based on combinations of population, access to local amenities, and access to mainland Scotland. It offers an alternative way to compare the differences and similarities between islands.
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The Environment Strategy for Scotland: Delivering the Environment Strategy Outcome on Scotland's Economy - Evidence Base & Policy Levers
This report presents evidence and initial recommendations on how the Scottish Government could use the available policy levers to support the transformations in Scotland’s economy needed to help tackle the climate and nature emergencies.
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Rural Scotland Data Dashboard: Overview
This report accompanies the Rural Scotland Data Dashboard which presents data on a range of issues that impact rural Scotland. The report synthesises the data included in the dashboard into a broader picture of successes, challenges and trends in rural Scotland.
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Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation
We are committed to protecting, respecting and championing the rights of people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent people. This consultation on proposals for a Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill seeks the views of everyone on how we can do this.
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Scottish islands: data overview 2023
This report gives a snapshot of Scotland's island-level data as collated in the new Scottish Islands Data Dashboard and draws out key findings relating to each of the strategic objective topic areas set out in the National Islands Plan.
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UK Emissions Trading Scheme: Island Communities Impact Assessment (ICIA)
This Island Communities Impact Assessment (ICIA) covers changes to the aviation and maritime sectors under the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and their potential impact on island communities.
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National Islands Plan review: consultation
We are consulting on a review of the National Islands Plan, published in 2019. This review is required by the Islands (Scotland) Act 2018. We are seeking views on the impact and content of the current National Islands Plan.
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National Islands Plan: implementation route map 2023
Details how we will deliver on the commitments in the National Islands Plan, over the coming year.
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Scotland prepares for world’s biggest cycling event
One month until 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships.
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Air quality report 2022: public engagement
Findings from a quantitative study exploring public perceptions of air quality in Scotland among adults.
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Infrastructure Investment Plan 2021-22 to 2025-26: programme pipeline update - March 2023
This pipeline provides information relating to key major infrastructure programmes with an investment of £20 million or more included at Annex D of our Infrastructure Investment Plan, published in February 2021.
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Infrastructure Investment Plan 2021-22 to 2025-26: progress report 2022 to 2023
Second annual progress report relating to the Infrastructure Investment Plan 2021-22 to 2025-26 which outlines the progress made in relation to the Plan’s three themes during the last year as well as key delivery achievements and activity planned for the coming year.
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Infrastructure Investment Plan 2021-22 to 2025-26: major capital projects progress update - March 2023
The following information relates to projects with a capital value of £5 million or more which are at the outline business case (or equivalent) approved stage or beyond.
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Just transition for the transport sector: a discussion paper
This discussion paper is intended to support engagement on a just transition for the transport sector. Building on this engagement, a draft targeted action plan and route map (late 23/24) will outline the key steps to delivering a fair transition for the sector.
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Buidheann-obrach Gheàrr-bheatha air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig: Aithisg do Rùnaire a' Chaibineit airson Ionmhas is na h-Eaconamaidh
Aithisg air molaidhean na Buidhne-obrach Gheàrr-bheatha air Cothroman Eaconamach is Sòisealta don Ghàidhlig.
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Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic: report
A report to the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Economy containing the recommendations of the Short Life Working Group on Economic and Social Opportunities for Gaelic.
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Taxi and private hire car licensing: guidance - third edition
Best practice guidance for local licensing authorities and taxi and private hire car operators on the licensing of taxis and private hire cars and their drivers.
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Climate change monitoring report 2023
The second annual statutory monitoring report against the updated 2018 Climate Change Plan, as per the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Act 2019.
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Local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods - planning guidance: consultation
We are seeking views on this draft guidance on local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods to support the implementation of National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4).
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Local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods - draft guidance consultation: impact assessment report update
The impact assessment report update relates to the consultation on our draft guidance on local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods, produced to support the fourth National Planning Framework (NPF4).
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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National Islands Plan Annual Report 2022
The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2022 reporting year.
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Scottish local government finance - Green Book: 2023-2024
Scottish Local Government Finance Settlement 2023-24: Funding Allocation Formula.
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Scotland's Marine Economic Statistics 2020
Statistics on the economic contributions of Scotland’s marine sectors in 2020. Includes a time series of Gross Value Added (GVA), turnover and employment for marine sectors. The supporting documents include: additional tables in an excel file and a pdf version of the publication.
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Draft Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan
We are consulting on this draft route map of actions we will take to deliver a flourishing net zero energy system that supplies affordable, resilient and clean energy to Scotland’s workers, households, communities and businesses.
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Delivering on child poverty commitments
Report details investment and actions in key areas.
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Ministers discuss rail strike contingency plans
UK Government urged to resolve pay dispute.
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Missing ferries document located
Transport Minister updates parliament.
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Response to Ferguson Marine update
Ministers make clear their expectation for future of business.
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International travel restrictions end
Concerns over lack of border control measures.
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Storms Dudley and Eunice
Ministers receive update on resilience effort.
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International travel restrictions eased
Most people will not need to take a test.
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Easing of restrictions on international travellers
Removal of pre-departure test requirement.
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11 countries removed from international travel red list
Testing remains in place to safeguard health against Omicron variant.
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Pre-departure test requirement for travel
Nigeria also added to red list to control omicron spread.
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Omicron variant
First cases identified in Scotland.
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Recovery from Storm Arwen
Support targeted at most vulnerable.
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Tackling the threat of new COVID-19 variant
People urged to redouble their efforts.
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Red, Amber and Yellow weather warnings in place
Public in affected areas advised not to travel.
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Self-isolation for all travellers returning from six African countries
Decision taken to protect public health in Scotland in light of emerging variant.
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Free bus travel for under 22s
61% of young people say public transport central to combatting climate emergency.
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Scotland’s Covid Certificates Accepted by the EU
Scots must update certification status before travelling abroad.
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Final countries taken off the red list
Vaccinated traveller policy expanded.
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Countries taken off the red list
Vaccinated traveller policy also expanded.
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Scotland putting rail decarbonisation at heart of net zero plans.
First Minister marks completion of Queen Street Station redevelopment
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International travel testing updated
Scotland to align with UK testing regime.
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International travel restrictions to be relaxed and simplified
Streamlined system merges amber and green lists and retains red list.
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School transport guidance 2021
This document updates the guidance to local authorities about the provision of school transport and replaces the School Transport Guidance Circular issued in 2003 (Circular No 7/2003 ).
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International travellers to Scotland will be able to use private sector COVID tests
Economy boosting step backed by move to clamp down on poor performers.
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Creative professionals must have visa-free travel
UK Government should negotiate deal.
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Canada and the Azores added to travel green list
Expanded list includes Denmark and Switzerland while Thailand goes red.
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Significant easing of restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers from the EU and US
Step only possible due to success of vaccination programmes.
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Amber thunderstorm warning
Heavy rain and flooding expected.
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National Islands Plan Survey: final report
This report presents the findings from the National Islands Plan Survey. The research explores perceptions of island life in relation to the strategic objectives set out in the National Islands Plan.
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Blackburn travel restrictions lifted
Latest review removes journey ban.
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Manchester, Salford and Bolton travel restrictions lifted
Rules will remain in place on areas with high Delta variant cases.
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Expanded travel green list for Scotland
Key destinations added following latest review.
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Rise in Delta variant cases leads to Manchester travel restriction
Step taken to protect public health in Scotland.
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Portugal placed on amber travel list
Change made following concerns over spread of Delta variant.
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India placed on red list of travel countries
Action taken after new variant spike in cases.
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Foreign travel rules updated
More countries designated as high risk.
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Quarantine hotels
Reducing the spread of COVID-19.
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£33 billion investment in Scotland’s future
Supporting 45,000 jobs.
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Dubai designated for public health quarantine
Travellers returning to self-isolate on arrival in Scotland.
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Pre-departure coronavirus testing
New public health requirements.
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Foreign travel health rules updated
More destinations re-designated for quarantine.
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Ban on entry introduced for visitors from South Africa
Further public health measures to prevent spread of new coronavirus strain.
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Response to agreement to reopen French border
Call to prioritise perishable goods hauliers.
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Foreign travel health rules updated
Final planned adjustments of 2020 to quarantine exemptions.
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Common travel area restrictions updated
Non-essential travel remains discouraged.
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Consulting on free bus travel for young people under 19
Share your views on proposals to reduce inequalities
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Travellers from France and the Netherlands to face quarantine rules
Increase in coronavirus cases sees quarantine requirements.
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Ambitious plans to transform Scottish rail network unveiled
Commitment to decarbonise passenger rail services by 2035
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Travellers from Spain to face quarantine rules
Significant increase in coronavirus cases in Spain sees decision overturned.
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Quarantine rules lifted for five countries
Public health measures lifted for more travellers.
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Quarantine rules lifted for Spain
Travellers arriving from mainland and islands exempt from quarantine requirements.
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Quarantine rule ends for travellers arriving from lower risk countries and territories
Public health measure lifted for some overseas travellers arriving in Scotland.
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Final Phase 2 measures confirmed
Face coverings and 2 metre rule exemptions announced in preparation for Phase 3.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Dumfries and Galloway
Delay to relaxation of restrictions in parts of the region.
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Face coverings mandatory on public transport from 22 June
New approach put in place as Scotland moves to Phase 2 of recovery
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Transport community to help COVID-19 efforts
Plans to help people attend medical appointments.
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Parking and bus lane adjudicators: consultation analysis
Analysis of responses to the consultation on the draft regulations transferring the parking and bus lane adjudicators to the Scottish Tribunals and an indication of how the regulations have been revised.
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Global pledge on climate crisis
Transport charter signed at COP25 summit.
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Multimillion pound infrastructure projects completed
Affordable homes, transport links and schools delivered.
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Private hire car overprovision: independent assessment tool for local authorities
This independent report has been produced to support licensing authorities who wish to undertake an assessment of whether there is an overprovision of private hire cars in their area.
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Private hire car licensing: guidance on power to refuse on grounds of overprovision
This non-statutory guidance relates to the discretionary power of local licensing authorities to refuse to grant private hire car vehicle licences on the grounds of overprovision as provided for in section 10 of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982.
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£27m funding for active travel
First Minister – Scotland acting locally as we lead globally on climate change.
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Northern Isles Ferry Services update
Islander ferry fare enhancements
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Queensferry Crossing artwork
Scotland’s national poet contributes to permanent tribute.
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Accessible Vehicles and Equipment Scheme: request for information
We are seeking to engage with providers of cars, scooters and powered wheelchairs to deliver an affordable leasing scheme for individuals in receipt of disability benefits.
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Ancient artefacts uncovered on A9
Matheson gets glimpse of Mesolithic life in Caithness
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More electric vehicle charging points
Important step taken towards clean energy for transport.
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European funding for low carbon and active travel
Third round of funding is now open for applications.
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Food and drink supply chain and transport industry: evidence report
Result of a study investigating existing Scottish food and drink export logistics, and their resilience.
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£51 million for active travel infrastructure in 2019
£51 million for active travel infrastructure in 2019
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Dalry bypass opens to traffic
£31 million road seven months early
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AWPR supporting active travel
Matheson makes donation to local communities
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New road cuts journey times by half
Economic benefits of £745m Aberdeen by-pass highlighted.
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Wheels in motion for further e-bike support
Third round of funding for active travel announced.
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A96 dualling display call
East of Huntly to Aberdeen design updates
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Rail Freight fund announced
£25m available to strengthen rail freight in Scotland.
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Inverness pupils get road expertise
Event attracts schools from across region
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A96 schools programme on road to success
Thumbs up from eight Aberdeenshire schools.
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Securing the future of Scottish Motorsport
New regulations come into force.
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Jobs boost thanks to A77 contract award
Wills Bros to build Maybole bypass.
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A90 Laurencekirk junction contract awarded
£300,000 ground investigations start May
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Removal, storage and disposal of vehicles regulations: analysis of consultation responses
Analysis of written responses to our consultation on the removal, storage and disposal of vehicles regulations.
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A9 dualling design work update
Birnam to Tay Crossing community events
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A9 pupils on road to success
Conference brings schools, teachers and industry together
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Moray pupils engineer success
A96 dualling programme hailed by pupils and teachers
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Air Departure Tax reduction in Scotland: noise impact assessment
Potential impact on noise levels of our plans to reduce the overall burden of Air Departure Tax (ADT) by 50%.
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Local Rail Development Fund re-opens for further applications
Successful applicants will benefit from appraisal costs support
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Infrastructure Commission appointed
Group to look at 30 year strategy for Scotland’s infrastructure needs.
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National low emission framework
Methodology for local authorities to undertake air quality assessment through the National Low Emission Framework (NLEF) to inform decisions on transport-related actions.
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Boost for Tay cities region
£50m for new transport and industry projects.
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Milestone reached for A96 dualling scheme
Hardmuir to Fochabers preferrerd option on display
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£3.6 million contract award A9 dualling
Ground investigations for 13 mile stretch
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Ultra-deep water port: feasibility study
Report compiled by Ernst & Young following their feasibility study looking at the most cost effective locations for an ultra-deep water port in the UK.
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Winners of accessible travel fund announced
Five organisations have been successful in bidding for support from the Scottish Government’s Accessible Travel Fund.
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A96 Dualling Hardmuir to Fochabers scheme
Preferred option to go on display
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Conference for A9 Dualling schools programme
Venue Aviemore in March
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First awards from £2m sustainable travel fund
The first winners of the £2 million Smarter Choices Smarter Places Open Fund have been announced.
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Statement following publication of Reported Road Casualties Scotland 2017
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity Michael Matheson comments on the publication of Reported Road Casualties Scotland 2017.
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A96 dualling options on show
East of Huntly to Aberdeen scheme update
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Further A9 Dualling contract awarded
£2.7 million ground investigations to start
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A96 dualling roadshow
Call to public to attend
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‘No deal’ could see flights grounded
Constitutional Relations Secretary calls for end to 'Brexit brinkmanship'.
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Views sought on future transport investment in South West Scotland
Online survey launched
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Extra vessel for Northern Isles freight services
Increased capacity with services to start this weekend
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A9 Dualling design work milestone reached
Step forward for Crubenmore to Kincraig section
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Improving road maintenance
New contracts will improve trunk road network
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A83 at Strone Point safety works complete
£1.6 million upgrade opens to traffic
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Further progress on A9 Dualling
Line of Tomatin-Moy section published
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Options for Longman Junction to go on display
Exhibitions later this month
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Community Links Fund
Budget more than doubled for walking and cycling projects
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Extra £10 million for road maintenance
Assistance for councils following extreme weather.
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Islay ferry pledge
Island next in line for new vessel
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Major slope works on A77 finished
Complex work to stabilise the embankment that supports the A77 near Cairnryan has been completed.
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Support for proposals in recent road works consultation
Analysis of responses to Transport Scotland’s consultation ‘Raising Standards and Improving the Quality of Road Works in Scotland’ has now been published.
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Responses to Low Emission Zone (LEZ) consultation now analysed
The analysis of responses to Transport Scotland’s consultation “Building Scotland’s Low Emission Zones’ has now been published.
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Snow drifts and clearance
Volunteering to help local communities.
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Amber weather warning extended
People urged to avoid all travel in affected areas.
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Red warning for snow
Avoid all travel.
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Amber snow warning
Further travel disruption highly likely - avoid travel at peak times if possible.
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A decade of transport investment
Transport infrastructure gives Scottish economy confidence
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AWPR - New Year message from Keith Brown
The new road ahead
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Hogmanay travel warning
Winds to cause disruption for travellers.
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No let-up in A9 design work
Transport Scotland is continuing the design work to progress the A9 Dualling programme.
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Scotland’s Budget
Investing in the NHS, protecting low earners, backing Scotland’s economy.
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Air departure tax in Scotland: an economic assessment
An economic assessment on the impact of a 50% reduction in the overall burden of air departure tax and a plan for future monitoring and evaluation.
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Preparing for all conditions
Flooding relief vehicle for winter service
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Contract award for A9 dualling
£2.7 million contract hits the heights
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Cross-border rail improvements planned
Major step towards three-hour journeys between Scotland and London.
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Welcome £8M contract boost for Kilmarnock rail firm and ScotRail passengers
Refurbished coaches will provide extra seats on busiest services
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New speed limit for Queensferry Crossing
50 mph in force from Monday
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A90 average speed cameras are now live
New system will improve road safety
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Queensferry Crossing serves up early business boost
Economy Secretary meets Fife businesses.
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Replacement to Air Passenger Duty (APD): consultation analysis
An analysis of the responses to the consultation on a tax to replace Air Passenger Duty (APD).