Transport Scotland

19/06/2026

: Tay Crossing to Ballinluig

Temporary active travel route realignments from 22 June.

Users will be directed on to clearly signed alternative routes.

Full details ➡️ http://transport.gov.scot/traffic-update/a9-dualling-tay-crossing-to-ballinluig-project-temporary-realignments-to-active-travel-routes/

17/06/2026

Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn confirms plans to expand £2 bus fare cap across Scotland.

This will build on the current pilot in the Highlands and Islands, with early expansion planned for the Strathclyde region.

The Scottish Government's commitment to a nationwide cap will ensure that more people benefit from more affordable public transport.

Read more ➡️ www.transport.gov.scot/news/plans-set-out-to-expand-2-bus-fare-cap-across-scotland/

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

Today we celebrate the 300 million free bus journeys made by under 22s since the launch of the Scottish Government scheme in January 2022.

Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn met some of the young people whose habits are being transformed by .

Free bus journeys are saving people money and helping them spend more time with friends and family. They are supporting a greener, more connected Scotland.

With over 80% of eligible young people already signed up, it's opening up opportunities across the country.

👉 Read more: www.transport.gov.scot/news/over-300-million-free-bus-trips-made-by-young-people-across-scotland/

👉 Check if you’re eligible and apply: www.freebus.scot

17/06/2026

Over 300 million free bus trips have now been made by under 22s across Scotland 🥳

The Scottish Government scheme continues to transform how young people travel, helping to:

🔹 save money
🔹 support greener travel
🔹 open up opportunities

Read more ➡️ https://www.transport.gov.scot/news/over-300-million-free-bus-trips-made-by-young-people-across-scotland/

12/06/2026

Overnight traffic management between Rotmell Junction and Ballinluig including:

🔹 lane closure
🔹 temporary traffic signals
🔹 convoy working

For two weeks from 15 June

Full details ➡️ http://transport.gov.scot/traffic-update/a9-dualling-tay-crossing-to-ballinluig-reduced-southbound-lane-width-and-overnight-traffic-management-from-15-june/

12/06/2026

After a visit to the Western Isles, meeting local communities and businesses, Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn thanks CalMac Ferries for making it possible.

Aboard the on the to route, Mr Flynn met staff and enjoyed a tour of the vessel.

11/06/2026

Today Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn met with Stornoway Port Authority.

As part of the visit, Mr Flynn met with the port’s Chief Executive to hear how they are supporting local economic growth.

11/06/2026

⛴️ Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn en route to aboard the CalMac Ferries MV Loch Portain this morning.

Yesterday the Cabinet Secretary was in , meeting local businesses and communities to hear their views on ferry services.

11/06/2026

charge points like this one on are funded through Scottish Government’s £10 million Rural and Island Infrastructure Fund.

The fund is expanding public charging across rural and island communities, ensuring no one is left behind as EV uptake grows ⚡🚗