The recent disruption to global oil markets has reignited debate over fuel prices and energy security. Transform Scotland’s Emilia Lauder reflects on the 2026 Iran crisis and argues that reducing…
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Why Scotland’s next fleet is everyone’s business: Inside our cross-sector rail summit
The challenge facing Scotland’s rail network is no longer about whether new trains are needed; it’s about how we actually deliver them. Scotland is running some of the oldest rolling…
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Life in the Bus Lane
Report on our engagement work on bus priority with passengers and non-bus users across Scotland.
The Future of Public Transport | Parliamentary briefing
Transform provides evidence to the Scottish Parliament debate on the future of public transport in Scotland, highlighting the importance of ensuring public transport is more affordable than driving.
Access to Bus Services | Parliamentary briefing
Transform provides evidence to the Scottish Parliament debate on access to bus services, arguing for fair fares that address the long-term transport price trends which have penalised public transport users.
Fair Fares
This report reviews the current cost of public transport to users from different groups and how this impacts access, with recommendations for the government’s Fair Fares Review.
Edinburgh’s next tramline
The publication of the City of Edinburgh Council’s North-South tram consultation results has renewed debate about the future of Edinburgh’s transport network. Transform policy advisor Nigel Bagshaw argues that extending…
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Holyrood 2026: What do party manifestos say on transport?
Ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections on 7 May, we’ve scrutinised the main party manifestos to assess what is promising, what is problematic, and what is missing from the debate….
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How to tackle the hidden costs of parking: A new report
Our new report ‘Ahead of the Kerb’ examines the hidden costs of parking in Scotland – including the pressures created by SUVs – and sets out how to use parking…
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Inspiring the next generation to get on board: Lovemybus heads to Dundee
More than 400 pupils at Grove Academy are building confidence, independence and safety skills on local buses through a partnership programme bringing schools, transport providers and police together. This month,…
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Promoting car-free tourism across the Highlands | Transform Scotland
In this blog article, Transform member Far North Line Community Rail Partnership, discusses how car-free tourism can reduce emissions, ease pressure on rural roads and support sustainable travel across the…
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‘Heroic assumptions about EV uptake’: Our response to the Government’s Draft Climate Change Plan
We have today submitted our response to the Scottish Government’s Draft Climate Change Plan (CCP). In our response, we set out where the proposals fall short and what is needed to deliver…
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