Ross-shire MSP Maree Todd welcomes new grant supporting local bus services
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The Caithness, Sutherland and Ross representative said she is pleased to see passenger numbers on the rise again and hopes the grant will improve the services.
“As passenger numbers recover across Caithness, Sutherland and Ross due to the easing of restrictions, I’m delighted to see the Scottish Government offering significant support for Scotland’s bus services," she continued.
“Committing nearly £94 million for 2022-23 offers financial certainty for companies and for passengers and ensures our communities can remain connected by vital local bus links.
“Our travel options play a crucial part in Scotland’s transition to Net Zero - and this grant is an important step in protecting sustainable travel, cutting car kilometres and supporting connected communities across Scotland.”
The Scottish Government committed £93.5 million to support bus operators, as travel patterns changed during the pandemic.
