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We are the national transport agency for Scotland, delivering the Scottish Government's vision for transport. See @trafficscotland for latest travel updates.
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    Transport Scotland
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    Aug 19, 2020
    This morning First Minister @NicolaSturgeon and Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael took part in a one-minute silence at Edinburgh Waverley Station, to remember those who lost their lives in the Stonehaven rail incident.
    A minute's silence to mark the Stonehaven rail incident being observed at Edinburgh Waverley Station.
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Nov 5, 2021
    To celebrate #FreeBus travel for under 22s from 31 Jan, @NicolaSturgeon and @PatrickHarvie hop on board Scottish-built @ADLbus electric bus with @Caldercuilt Primary pupils and @YoungScot volunteers. ➡️ gov.scot/news/free-bus-… #LetsDoNetZero #CombatingClimateChangeStartsYoung
    First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Scottish Government Minister Patrick Harvie join school children to board an electric bus and celebrate free bus travel for Under 22s.
    First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Scottish Government Minister Patrick Harvie join school children to board an electric bus and celebrate free bus travel for Under 22s.
    First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Scottish Government Minister Patrick Harvie join school children to board an electric bus and celebrate free bus travel for Under 22s.
    First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Scottish Government Minister Patrick Harvie join school children to board an electric bus and celebrate free bus travel for Under 22s.
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Aug 25, 2017
    Not long now! Scotland's newest bridge @FRC_Queensferry opens to traffic in 5 days! #keepscotlandmoving #qcopening
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Dec 31, 2020
    “Our very strong advice right now is that people should be staying at home”, says FM @NicolaSturgeon. There should be no travel outside your local authority area, or between Scotland & other parts of the UK, except for essential purposes. #StayHome ▶️ bit.ly/HogmanayAtHome
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    Transport Scotland
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    Apr 28, 2020
    Replying to @transcotland
    Today @MathesonMichael announces £10m fund to support pop-up #ActiveTravel infrastructure across Scotland – administered by @SustransScot and open for local authorities to apply today – helping support #PhysicalDistancing while #walking or #cycling.
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Dec 21, 2018
    An exciting moment for #ActiveTravel as @MathesonMichael and @JoeFitzMSP welcome @leecraigie_ as the new #ActiveNation Commissioner for Scotland. Lee will work across @scotgov & the country, alongside partners, to raise the profile of #walking and #cycling bit.ly/2GxLxtz
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Jan 21, 2021
    Transport Secretary @MathesonMichael confirms today that @scotgov preparations are underway to provide #FreeBusTravel for young people aged under 19 who reside in #Scotland. 🚍 Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/35ZfdnL @YoungScot | @improvserv | @necscotland
    Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity Michael Matheson said: “By progressing our commitment to introduce free bus travel to young people under 19, the Scottish Government is strengthening its response to the climate emergency, supporting our green recovery and working to reduce inequalities.”
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Jun 18, 2020
    Face coverings will be mandatory on public transport for the majority of passengers in Scotland from 22 June – we all have a collective responsibility to wear one. #StayTravelSafe bit.ly/2Ch2o29
    Icon of person wearing a face covering. Headline reads: Face coverings mandatory on public transport from 22 June.
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Sep 10, 2022
    The Royal Cortege will travel from Balmoral, via Aberdeen and Dundee, to Edinburgh tomorrow. Thousands will gather to pay their respects. 🔹 Road closures are in place 🔹 Expect severe travel disruption 🔹 Plan ahead if travelling Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3Lbbr47
    Her Majesty the Queen, black and white photo on a dark background with text saying "Royal Cortege. Balmoral to Edinburgh, 11 September. Plan ahead."
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Jun 19, 2020
    Face coverings will be mandatory on public transport in Scotland from Monday 22 June. Read the updated phase 2 guidance including information on face coverings, with exemptions for specific medical reasons and children under five: bit.ly/2AXgViQ #StayTravelSafe
    Icon of a person wearing a face covering. Headline reads: 'Face coverings mandatory on public transport from 22 June.'
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Apr 18, 2023
    Today @ScotGovFM confirmed peak fares will be removed from all @ScotRail routes for 6 months from October. @scotgov will consider the impact and the long-term sustainability of making this permanent. @KevinStewartSNP welcomes the trial ⬇️ Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3omRJLv
    Quote from Minister for Transport Kevin Stewart: "The trial removal of ScotRail peak fares is a bold initiative that demonstrates we are acting now, while a more fundamental review of public transport fares is ongoing."
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    Transport Scotland
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    May 29, 2024
    What an occasion today as @ScotGovFM opened the #Levenmouth Rail Link 🥳 Transport Secretary @FionaHyslop joined local communities and project partners as they gathered at #Leven and #CameronBridge stations to celebrate. @NetworkRailSCOT | @ScotRail | @FifeCouncil
    First Minister John Swinney poses for a photo with the Leven Station plaque. A specially wrapped train is behind him.
    Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop speaks to children on a crowded platform at Leven Station.
    First Minister John Swinney speaks to a pipe band.
    First Minister John Swinney speaks to the crowd at Leven Station.
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    Transport Scotland
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    May 29, 2024
    It’s official! @ScotGovFM unveils the plaque at #Leven Station as rail services return to the #Levenmouth area for the first time in more than 50 years. Read more ➡️ bit.ly/3R4cpmN #ScotlandsRailway | @FifeCouncil
    First Minister John Swinney, Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop and project partners pose for a photo with the new plaque at Leven Station. A specially wrapped train is in the background.
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    Transport Scotland
    @transcotland
    Sep 4, 2017
    It's open! Well done @FRC_Queensferry