News, parliamentary activity and policy development relating to Scotland’s transport network, including roads, railways, ferries, buses, aviation and infrastructure.
Graham Simpson MSP used a speech in the Scottish Parliament to examine the different models of bus franchising and how […]
Graham Simpson calls for smarter ticketing and fresh thinking on bus franchising Read Post »
Graham Simpson MSP challenged Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn over whether the Scottish Government intended to force bus franchising on communities […]
Serious concerns have been raised over the safety of overnight freight diversions on the A75 following two accidents involving overturned HGVs. Graham Simpson MSP is calling for urgent action.
Call For Immediate Halt To Dangerous A75 Diversion After Two HGV Accidents Read Post »
Transport Scotland confirms that a direct award of four vessels to Ferguson Marine is not legal under current law, raising questions over the Scottish Government’s pledge to secure new work for the shipyard.
Ferguson Marine: Transport Chief Confirms Direct Award Not Legal Under Current Law Read Post »
The Scottish Government’s plans to award four vessels directly to Ferguson Marine face legal obstacles, Transport Scotland’s chief executive confirmed under questioning from Graham Simpson MSP at Holyrood.